Meet an Athlete: Eighth Grader Ali Kerby

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Q: How long have you been running cross country?

A: This is my first year.

Q: What is your favorite part about cross country?

A: Staying in shape and having game days on Friday practices.

Q: What is your goal for this season?

A: To help our team as much as possible.

Q: Do you run for fun?

A: For the most part, yes. I enjoy running, but the main reason I do it is to keep in shape for my other sports.

Q: Do you plan on continuing to run cross country?

A: I’m not sure yet.

Q: Why do you run cross country?

A: For enjoyment and to keep in shape for my other sports.

Q: What is your least favorite part about cross country?

A: The humidity and heat. And our shorts! We all look funny in them!

Q: What do you do when you’re not running?

A: Go help with biddy ball and open gyms. And sit on my couch and do nothing!

Q: How do you think you will do this season?

A: I’m ok. Third fastest on our girls team.

Q: How do you prepare before a meet?

A: Drink LOTS of water! Calm myself down.

Info by Garrett Vincent
Photo by Landon Tharp