Manny Joseph broke a 30-year high school track record on his path to SU Courtesy of Manny Joseph Manny Joseph set the 55-meter hurdle record for New York high schools. Now, he's coming to Syracuse for its hurdles program. Facebook Subscribe to our sports newsletter here The announcer called out Manny Joseph’s name on the loudspeaker as he lunged across the finish line at the New York State Track and Field Qualifier. Joseph’s friends rushed toward him, jumping up and down in celebration. He looked around confused, unaware of what was going on. When he crossed the line, Joseph broke the 55-meter hurdle record for New York state high schools, a record that stood for over 30 years.