<p>Would being a state champion/top 5 in the state in a track and field event really help your admissions, if you were already an exceptional student? (national awards & recognition., high test scores)? I'm asking this because the event that I excel in is the triple jump, not very publicized.</p>
<p>look into their track and field program and contact their coach
i'm sure he'd pull strings for you if they need the athletes
an accomplishment like that is phenomenal</p>
<p>Yes, it could help. There are a lot of exceptional students who apply so showing skill and dedication in a non-academic field will help set you apart. Stanford seems to like people with unusual interests, so I'd definitely at least mention that you are a state champion in the triple jump (and just make it clear that it's a track and field event).</p>
<p>I'm kind of in the same boat. I am a state champion except for in tennis. The only thing about Stanford is that they are a very athletic school. Unless you've been recruited by one of the coaches and can compete at the NCAA Div. I level then it's just another EC on your list. Not too much help.</p>