Ryan Jefferson enters his second season as a member of the Illinois College men’s track and field team. … He is the son of Brad and Phyllis Jefferson of Winchester. … He is a native of Winchester and a graduate of Winchester High School. … He majors in education, with a concentration in physical education. He minors in physical education/health. … Jefferson took fifth place in the 400-meter dash at the 2012 Midwest Conference Indoor Track and Field Championships. … He took sixth place in the 400-meter dash and 13th place in the 200-meter dash at the 2012 Midwest Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championships.