Track Preview With Mady Ward

By Camille Reed, Staff writer 

Through invitationals, possible record breakers, and scary competitors, FVHS sophomore track runner Mady Ward sums up everything we should know and look forward to this track season. 

Baron Banner: Which athletes promise success this season? Any possible record breakers?

Mady Ward: You should definitely keep an eye on junior, Kyle Middlebrooks; senior, Austin Israelski; senior, Krissy Knowles; and senior, Bree Ramsy. I think Kyle will definitely break some records. In Idaho he got 6.8 seconds for 60 meters and the record is 6.6 seconds. 

BB: So what do you guys do to prepare for the season?

MW: I practice a lot! I also listen to my coach\’s advice, go to the weight room every week, and run in practice meets every Saturday.  

BB: With your heavy workout schedule, do you get to eat anything you want?

MW: Not really, I try to eat as healthy as possible. I bring sack lunches and stay away from the cafeteria food. Fruits and veggies are key eats in my nutrition, along with lots of water! 

BB: Are there any meets or events you\’re particularly looking forward to this season?

MW: I am looking forward to the Arcadia Invitational, one of our most competitive meets of the year. It\’s really fun because you get a chance to show your stuff.  

BB: Who, in your opinion, are FVHS\’s biggest competitors?

MW: Our biggest competitors are definitely Esperanza and Edison. They both look very strong this season and have always been our main opponents.  

BB: Thanks for taking the time to chat with me.

MW: Anytime.