Bill Millios


Purdue University Athletic Communications


BY JARED SLINDE


HEMBROUGH 14


CLEARING JOSH


THE STORY OF DEAFLYMPICS WORLD RECORD HOLDER


Upon first glance, there is little that separates Josh Hembrough from the rest of


his competitors. He is tall (6-foot-5) with the same lean and muscular physique that fits the mold of many successful high hurdlers and he looks equally adept for the football field.


He shows no fear in crashing over hurdles and, with a personal best in the 110m


hurdles of 13.58 seconds, has proven he can run times on par with many of the country’s better runners.


Along with his size, the first thing you notice is his smile. He is quick to engage you and a moment is too long to wait for him to ask how you are doing. Most concerned


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