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University of Washington Announces Addition of Japanese Teen Runner Shu Eri Doruri

The Tsuyama High standout owns a U20 Asian 1500m title following a 2023 ekiden breakthrough.

Overview

  • The Huskies confirmed the move on Nov. 12 via Instagram, posting that she is coming from Japan to Seattle.
  • Doruri, 17, is currently a student-athlete at Tsuyama High School in Okayama.
  • She drew national attention in 2023 by running a section-record third leg in the prefectural women’s ekiden and overtaking 17 runners.
  • After entering high school, she won the women’s 1500 metres at the 2024 U20 Asian Championships and competed at the U20 World Championships.
  • The announcement did not disclose her enrollment timing, scholarship terms, or competition plans with Washington.