directions_run Run • Nov. 1, 2025, 11:29 p.m.

Had a great time at sectionals today and raced well. Leading up to the race I got more nervous than I usually do pre race. When I got over to the line I was getting more anxious. Although all of that stress went right away after the start. The first 400m of the race I could’ve executed a lot better. I almost tripped a couple times and lost a lot of ground by swinging out far. But I was able to make up ground after that. By the second mile I tried my best to move up spots and just stay with the pack I was in. With 800 to go I began to lose ground, I think I lost around 4-5 places. In that last 300 though, I thought back to how coach said every single place mattered and I was able to close hard. I think I caught around 5 people which made up for the lost places. I think this was a good race for me, I was focused the whole time and didn’t fall back many places. But I still have to work on my starts and finishes. I knew I had left a bit too much in the tank at the end. But it gives me confidence to know exactly what I can improve upon next Saturday. I can’t wait to race at state and I know every single person who raced today gave it their all. It was also great to see the entire team come out and give support.