Jess Gardner celebrates birthday in style as college track and field star is labeled 'hotter than do
COLLEGE sports star Jess Gardner has celebrated her birthday in style as she turned 22.
The University of Nebraska athlete dazzled on a night out to mark the occasion ahead of a new semester.
Jess will soon be back on campus for her senior year as she balances studies with athletics.
She competes in pole vault at the university but took time out to enjoy the celebrations.
Gardner posed in a black dress as she enjoyed a meal in a restaurant.
She then sported a purple gown for a night on the town.
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The athlete also looked happy to receive a huge stack of pancakes with a Happy Birthday sign in the background.
And fans rushed to the comments section to show their admiration.
One posted: "Hotter than donut grease."
Another said: "So beautiful without makeup."
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A third wrote: "Gorgeous birthday girl."
Gardner's time at Nebraska has been filled with honors.
The 22-year-old was named an Academic All-Big 10 twice and a Big 10 Distinguished Scholar on two occasions.
Her track and field has also been impressive, finishing 10th, 15th, and ninth at the Big 10 Indoor Championships the past three seasons.
She has also taken full advantage of the NCAA permitting Name, Image, and Likeness deals as of 2021.
Gardner is an Adidas ambassador and has partnered with Steve Madden among other brands.
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