Youth Runner Magazine Nov-Dec 2016

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LILA CROWLEY TRAIL RUNNER

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CELEBRATING

20 YEARS

OF INSPIRING YOUNG ATHLETES

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MATTHEW CENTROWITZ Shown here in the 2006 Foot Locker National Championship at Balboa Park in San Diego, California. On this day “Centro” placed 8th, Ryan Hall’s brother Chad Hall won this race in 15:20, Craig Forys was 2nd and Steve Murdock was 3rd. Other competitors in this race that continued on with their running accomplishments were Elliott Heath, Ryan Hill, Michael Cybulski and more. “Centro” got himself a Gold Medal in the 1500m at the 2016 Olympics.

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YR MOMENTS RACE DAY PREPARATION It all starts with a good nights sleep, a bowl of your favorite breakfast cereal, your lucky socks and your best sunglasses.

The perfect recipe for a successful race.

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ERICKSON “ I RUN ALL THE DISTANCES FROM 100M TO 2000M ON THE TRACK AND WHATEVER DISTANCE THE CROSS COUNTRY IS.

FEATURE

SAM GEHRKE

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TEAM USA

LILA CROWLEY RUNNER 12 TRAIL AND RACER

16-17 FAN SHOTS 18-19 MEET HIGHLIGHTS

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THE JUNIOR MOUNTAIN TEAM GEAR

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: IAN KESTERSON

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VOL. 21 ISSUE 5 | NOV/DEC 2016 PUBLISHER/EDITOR Dan Kesterson

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EDITOR AT LARGE Ian Kesterson

GUEST EDITOR How's cross country season going?

We sure hope you ran hard, got dirty, made some new friends, and impressed yourself a little bit. I have always loved cross country season for the ability to impress myself by trying and doing things I've never thought possible before. Those times when coach tells you to run up the longest and steepest hill...

10 times in a row. When you're out on a long run in the rain and wind. Or the worst, finally taking off your warm-ups to race on a cold and windy day. We do all of these things we never thought we could! And everyday is different, too, just like the trails we run. Each turn we wind around and each hill we climb offer surprising obstacles to face and new views to enjoy. These are the victories

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ART DIRECTOR Sean Kesterson CONTRIBUTING DESIGNER Eric Skelton

Ian Kesterson, Youth Runner Editor at Large

LETTER FROM THE

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS & BLOGGERS Ciara Martinez, Jesse Lambrecht, Savannah Jessup, Faith Martinez, Ethan Vargas, Espen Lehnst, Mick Grant, Cregg Wienmann, Taitum Schaap, Michael Bergmann, Richard Bolt

that I enjoy the most.

What's do you enjoy the most about cross country season? Lila Crowley of Colorado loves the natural peace and quiet of running on trails. Check out our feature on her and find out what to do if you take a wrong turn on the course. And while I'm thinking about it, our Youth Runner cover athlete, Matti Erickson has a story of getting lost and finding his way in a trail running race, too. Turns out getting off course once in a while and being a champion runner go hand in hand.

And while most of us are enjoying a rest at the end of the season and planning out our holiday breaks (check out our holiday gift and gadget guide), a group of top Youth Runners are off to Nationals.

See you on the course, Ian Kesterson

WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE HOW EVERYONE DOES AT NXN, FOOTLOCKER, AAU, AND THE JUNIOR OLYMPICS. WE'LL BE ON THE SIDELINES CHEERING FOR YOU ALL.

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XC Course

Food Ciara Martinez Age 14 Richard King High School

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YR BLOGGER & DISTANCE RUNNER My name is Ciara Martinez and I had an amazing experience with Nike South this year. I drove up the night before with my team and was very nervous especially because I knew how big of a race Nike South was. My coach put our team in the Elite division, which was even scarier. This was my second race back since I fractured my ankle. I just wanted to get a good time and run in, I didn't care about place too much.

I started the race out way too fast because of my adrenaline and the rush that went through my body. When I started to slow down to go back to my pace, a group of girls passed me and each of them I had beaten before which frustrated me. That caused me to not run a very smart race. I felt like I could've ran a better race but I did give it my all so I wasn't disappointed.

I also got a line of really bad blisters from my spikes, which was probably the only bad part.

I still ended up getting 34th and beating many other runners, but that discouraged me, and didn't make my comeback an easy one.

I proved even more people wrong that I would comeback and still be fast. The course is always such a pleasure to run on. It is so beautiful and in the woods. It feels like a pretty fast course as well. I was very proud of myself for pushing through all my pain and having a good race. Whatever happens during a race my suggestion is to stick to what you do best and run YOUR race!

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FAVORITES? XC Course: The Nike South course Food: Sushi or Pasta Movie: Fire on the Track App: Sprinkle of Jesus School Subject: Math, by far Olympian: Courtney Okolo or Brenda Martinez NBA Player: Steph Curry Color: Gold Running Shoe: Nike Pegasus

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Alan Webb holds the finish line tape as Matti comes through.

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B B E W N A L A AT THELE SCHOOL XC MEET MIDD

MEET THE 13-YEAR-OLD CANADIAN XC CHAMP

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Q&A WITH MATTI: We met Matti after he won his race at the Nike Portland XC Meet in September.

YR: Describe the middle school race...the difficulties, your race strategy, did the race go as planned?

A: There were more runners than I’m used to so getting out fast and out of the masses was a priority. I did not know any of the other runners so the plan was to get in the lead group and see what the pace was. I quite often run with older runners so I am use to a faster pace than what we ran at.

I tucked into fourth and with 400 or so meters to go started shifting gears.

The race went pretty much as planned with a sprint to the finish.

How about the hale bales and the whoop de doos? Like or dislike?

The bales and whoop de doos were a good way to break up the race on a relatively flat course. I do hurdles on the track so am use to jumping over obstacles.

Tell us more about yourself, when did you start running and how did you get into it?

My first running race was in Trail BC when I was ten. I entered all the events and did quite well. The reason I entered the meet was because my grade three teacher, Mr. Manson, could not catch me at lunch during a game of tag. He did track in Calgary quite a few years ago and suggested I try running in competition.

I ran four running races that day with the first event being the 60m hurdles. I had never done hurdles but it seemed like a fun event. I was quite nervous and felt better when the other runners looked more nervous than me. I won the race in a track record.

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What is the worst racing experience you've had and how did you recover from it?

Running can be hard, what inspires or motivates you every day?

My dad took me to a track meet in Maple Ridge, which is an eight hour drive from Nelson. When I went to put my running shorts on for the first race I realized I had forgotten them. My dad took off to find a pair and returned just in time. I also ran in the Kaslo Sufferfest last year and got off course for several minutes. Not quite lost but almost. I was able to backtrack and figured out were I went wrong.

I don’t train every day but when I do run I run hard which gives me confidence in races. My dad and coach are always talking about good runners so I figure if I keep trying hard maybe one day they will be talking about me.

Tell us about your hometown and what is special about it.

Who was your favorite Olympian or event from Rio? The men’s 400m was incredible. It’s not very often a world record is set from the outside lane.

Andre Degrase was good to watch. He is very confident and respectful.

YOU HAVE TO HAVE FUN RUNNING OR YOU WON'T ENJOY IT.

My hometown is Nelson BC. We don’t have any industry here so the air and water are very clean (I drink out of the lake). We are surrounded by mountains and trees so hill running and skiing are part of what most kids do in the area. Nelson is known as a great place to grow up and live and even a better town to visit. Nelson is one of the top ten best little towns in North America for arts and culture.

What are your goals for XC and for Track come spring?

I would like to try to break the two minute mark in the 800m. I would also like to make the BC midget track team for the Legion nationals in Manitoba.

Role models?

My Dad

What are your PR's - Best Times in the events you run?

Best advice your coach has given you?

I run all the distances from 100m to 2000m on the track and whatever distance the cross country is. My 300m PR is 39.17, 200m hurdle is 27.11, 800m is 2:06.54, 1200m is 2:23.61. I don’t try for times in cross country. Rather I run and try to win regardless of time.

(B.C. has different distances in their track meets than the U.S.)

Run your own race.

Any advice for other Youth Runners?

You have to have fun running or you won’t enjoy it.

AGE: 11 SCHOOL: Trafalgar Middle School, Nelson B.C. CLUB: Kootenay Chaos Track Club

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LILA CROWLEY

AGE: 11 SCHOOL: 6th Grade at Goddard Middle School in Littleton, CO CLUB: Parker Panthers

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LILA CROWLEY Lila runs for her middle school and competes in some local races. As a 6th grader, she broke the course record for girls during the Middle School Fund Run, and broke the course record for women at the FallFest 5K to raise money for Autism.

She also loves running on trails. “It feels free when you are running in the mountains because you are out on your own and there is no noise except for the sound your feet makes on the trail. It is really pretty and quiet. It is peaceful – even during a race.”

Recently Lila ran the Beaver Creek Oktoberfest 5K and came in first overall (for women and men). She said that, “It was a huge learning experience because I

was leading the race from the beginning and took the wrong turn. Once I realized I had run into a dead end, I had to turn around and run through the entire crowd to get back in front.

Since the path was so narrow, I ran through tall grass and bushes on the side of the trail to pass everyone.”

TRAIL RUNNER AND RACER

When you got to the top of the mountain (around mile 4.5) you could see the ocean and the city and the views are amazing. “I love the beauty – it was one of the most beautiful courses I have ever seen. It was challenging but not so much that it ruined the fun of the run. I came in first for women in the Open and am super excited to compete in the Invitational next year.”

"IT FEELS FREE WHEN YOU ARE RUNNING IN THE MOUNTAINS BECAUSE YOU ARE OUT ON YOUR OWN."

Her favorite race so far has been the Dipsea in San Francisco. The Dipsea is the oldest trail race in America.

The 7.4-mile course from Mill Valley to Stinson Beach is considered to be one of the most beautiful courses in the world. You start out by running up 648 steps, and then you are climbing up a trail in the Muir Wood.

Lila’s favorite color is Turquoise, likes Skiing, & the Hunger Game Series. Her advice to other girl runners is, “When it hurts while running, think of the finish and how good it feels when you are done. Never stop believing in yourself.”

"NEVER STOP BELIEVING IN YOURSELF"

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POSTER HOW WILL YOU HANDLE THE HILLS? IF YOU’VE INCLUDED HILL WORK IN YOUR TRAINING YOU’LL NEED IT WHEN COMPETING AT COURSES LIKE THE SO CAL XC INVITATIONAL

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MEET HIGHLIGHTS NEW YORK 5TH AVENUE MILE 10 year old Rainn Sheppard took 1st place in the Girls 14-under mile race in 5:28. Way to Go! Photo by Photo Run

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INVITACIOUNAL LLANEROS In Puerto Rico they still have track meets in September. This was the first “Llaneros” which was a great success for them.

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At this meet, runners draw a number to see what course they will run. Easy, medium, or difficult with lots of hills and a crazy mud pit. The best runner on your team may run in the easy race so it changes everything.

Photos by Dingo Images

PDX TO COAST HIGH SCHOOL CHALLENGE Somewhere around 50 teams start at 6pm and go through the night over a mountain range and ending at the Oregon Coast.

It’s a 16 – 20 hour trek.

Photos by Klotz Images

SO CAL XC

Cross Country and Track are huge in Southern California and our photographer Greg is at most of the meets.

These are from the Free Spirit Invitational and the So Cal Invitational.

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PDXC MIDDLE SCHOOL XC CHAMPIONSHIPS Over 1300 middle schoolers came out to compete for the “Super Champs” and “Champs” Races.

Photos by Klotz Images

Our favorite time of the year is getting back into the routine of school, fall cross country and road runs. What’s cool about XC is that every one is competing as a team but also doing your best to beat your own time from the week before. Plus it’s a great way to meet new friends and experience real team spirit. Riding home from a meet in a van full of tired muddy runners and telling race stories is one of the best ways to make friends for life.

Good Luck to everyone at your District, State, Regional, or National competitions in November and December. If you see any of the Youth Runner Crew please say hello.

Have some photos you’d like featured from your last mud run, cross country race, or 5k you can email to editor@youthrunner. com or #youthrunner on your instagram posts.

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L-R: Ben Butler, Joe Benson, Phillip Rocha, & Edward Herrera after a 4th place team finish.

RICHARD BOLT

TEAM USA MEN’S JUNIOR MOUNTAIN RUNNING TEAM JUST MISSED A BRONZE MEDAL AT WORLD MOUNTAIN RUNNING

BY RICHARD BOLT We’ve been following the Junior Mountain Running Team since its beginning in 2002 and it gets more exciting every year. To make the team you first need to apply and if you’re selected you’ll get to compete at the World competition. This year it was in Sapareve Banya, Bulgaria on September 11th. The course was all uphill, meaning 20 | NOV/DEC 2016

you start at the bottom and ascend 2500 to the top of the course without stopping. Next year it will be an all downhill course.

Our Junior Men’s Team just missed getting a bronze medal. The team included an all-star line up of Phillip Rocha, Joe Benson, Edward Herrera, & Ben Butler.

PHILLIP ROCHA Philip has the fastest 5k cross country PR on the team with a 14:32 and a 3200 track PR of 8:59.42. He was the top junior for the US at the BUPA Great Edinburgh Cross Country Challenge in Scotland and was also 2nd overall at Footlocker Cross Country Nationals. Phillip has also been a three-time USATF cross country champion. He now attends the University of Colorado and competes for the Buffaloes as part of the cross country squad.

EDWARD HERRERA Eduardo graduated from Madera South High School and has a 4:04.99 personal best in the mile as well as being 5th at Nike Cross Country Nationals in 2016.

His 5km cross country PR is 14:49 and spends some of his training time in Mammoth Lakes, CA. He also attends the University of Colorado and is on their cross country team.

BEN BUTLER JOSEPH BENSON Joe attends Timpanogos High School in Orem, Utah and has a 5km cross country personal best of 14:55 and a 1600 meter track personal best of 4:20. Joe was 4th at the state cross country championships in 2015 and 16th at Nike Cross Country Nationals.

INTERESTED IN MAKING THE 2017 TEAM?

Ben finished 9th at the World Mountain Running Championships last year in Wales and is the only returning junior team member. Ben was also a member of 2016 US Team that competed at the 2016 Pan American Cross Country Championships in Venezuela. Ben was the 2014 and 2015 Colorado 3A Cross Country State Champion. He finished 23rd at Nike Cross Country Nationals and has a personal best of 14:56 in the 5k and a 4:18 1600 meter track time at altitude.

For athletes interested in the Junior Mountain Running Team you need to be between the ages of 16-19 on December 31, 2017. The junior teams include a maximum of four runners with the top three scoring. Junior team members are not required to compete at the Qualifier races although it is encouraged to help provide them with mountain running experience.

Junior runners should fill out the application form at USMRT.COM, including personal bests and noteworthy performances.

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FROM OUR BLOGGERS & INTERNS THE LIST WAS LONG BUT HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE ITEMS THAT THE YOUTH RUNNER TEAM IS ASKING FOR THIS YEAR. If you have a specialty running store in your area be sure to give them your support. If not we found most everything on Amazon or each product’s website.

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JAYBIRD HEADPHONES $149.99 If you’re tired of your cords getting tangled up in your backpack then check out these “Wireless Earbuds”

by Jaybird. Other products that we’ve tried are really uncomfortable but the Jaybird fits perfectly even in the smallest of ears and gives you the ability to listenwhile-you-charge. amazon.com

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$59.95 The Rolflex is the foam roller re-imagined and been described as a self care tool for muscle recovery pain relief, and injury prevention. Adjusts for rolling out your feet, legs, and arms.

Fits easily into your travel bag so you can take it with you to competitions. They also provide some great instructional videos on their website.

TRIGGERPOINT GRID FOAM ROLLER

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$34.98 The paint roller is great but the TriggerPoint offers different textures to give you the most when rolling out your tight muscles for recovery, pain, and flexibility. It also includes access to free online instructional videos on foam rolling.

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IOGRAPHER FILMMAKING BUNDLE FOR IPHONE 6/6S WITH LENSES $199.99 If you love the running videos you make with your iPhone, just imagine what you can do with the iographer case and lenses. iOgrapher lets you add lights and microphones, as well as the included 37mm lenses, to your Apple iPhone 6/6S to create quality videos and photos. Looks like fun!

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THE TRACKR $36-$62 Tired of losing your belongings at practice or a meet? Just attach the coin sized TrackR to your tablet, backpack, or any item and the TrackR will find it. Just download the app, assign a name to your items, and you can easily locate them. We’re using them and they really work! Comes in four colors. They even have one that fits in your wallet.

Plus if you lose your phone the TrackR has a button you can push to ring your phone.

STOCKING STUFFER CHECKLIST Still have no clue on what to give the Youth Runner in your family? Here are a few more ideas to get the juices going.

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OREGON HOLIDAY WREATH

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$36-$62 A Fresh Evergreen Wreath is a great way to say “Thank You” at the end of the season to your cross country or track & field coach. Use promo code WREATHSALE10% for a discount. oregonholidaywreaths.com

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UE BOOM 2 WIRELESS BLUETOOTH SPEAKER $167.99 During those long waits at track meets in between events and after a brutal xc race it’s always nice to have some tunes. Don’t worry about damaging your speaker at a wet and muddy event because the BOOM 2 is waterproof, dirtproof, & designed to take the abuse that comes with throwing things into your backpack or sports bag.

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THE RUNNER BOX $20 every other month The RunnerBox is a subscription based box full of products and discounts which have been hand-picked to enhance your active lifestyle. The Runnerbox has everything from gels, chews, protein shakes/supplements, nutrition bars, energy boosters, healthy snacks, personal care, and other running accessories! sent right to your doorstep! therunnerbox.com

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SHOWERS PASS TRACK PANT $95.00 If you’re doing off-season training this winter the “Showers Pass” Track Pant will keep you warm and comfortable. Actually it’s the best doit-all pair of pants that we’ve ever tried. Good to use for warming up, running, and even cycling.

They have a 13” long ankle zipper so getting the pants off over your spikes is a breeze and it has 2 zippered pockets. Men's Track Pants available in sizes SM - XL showerspass.com

SWIFTWICK ASPIRE SEVEN HI-VIS YELLOW $17.99 Keep your feet dry with Swiftwick’s moisture wicking fibers and eliminate the risk of blisters with a second skin fit. The ASPIRE™ Line is thin and light for serious runners and their Managed Compression™ prevents bunching and hot spots by supporting all 3 arches in the foot. swiftwick.com

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CAMELBACK WATER BOTTLE $13.00 Camelback offers several styles and models of their water bottles this is the Chute .75L. Durable and leakproof it’s a great addition to your sports bag for staying hydrated before and after your training. camelback.com

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GIFT CERTIFICATE AT YOUR LOCAL SPECIALTY RUNNING STORE $50-$150 Runners usually have their eye on the next pair of shoes whether it’s because you’ve grown a shoe size or the latest model that you really want just hit the stores. It’s tough to buy shoes for someone but you can’t go wrong with a gift card to your local Specialty Running Store.

$6.00 Keeps the moisture out of your eyes and your hair in place while running now matter how hot it gets. dickssportinggoods.com

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ITUNES GIFT CARD $10 - $100 For iphone users out there who wouldn’t want a gift card to download a few more of your favorite songs, books and more.

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$24.95 Youth Runner Tee Shirt and a two year Digital Subscription to Youth Runner Magazine.

$55.00 We had to include The Nike Pro HyperWarm Big Kids' (Girls') Tights, besides the cool look they feature thermal, compression fabric to help keep you dry and warm.

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JORDAN KINCHERLOW AGE 8, LA JETS TC GRAND VIEW ELEMENTARY

It’s no surprise that when 8 year old Jordan Kincherlow steps on the starting line his friends call him “Turbo.” Jordan has won almost every race so far this season at Central Park in Santa Clarita, Corriganville Park in Simi Valley, and at Pierce College in California. He took 2nd at the Free Spirit Invitational and was chosen the "Athlete of the Month" in October for the LA Jets.

Jordan's biggest wish is to meet his idol Usain Bolt some day. He loves watching videos of Usain and is inspired to be a great competitor just like he is. Besides running he enjoys playing soccer, kickball, basketball and handball.

His goal for cross country is to earn the title of National Champion at the Junior Olympics in Hoover, Alabama in December 2016.

Good luck Jordan!

TOP DOG OF THE MONTH

RECORD BREAKER

50TH MARATHON

Micah Little, 8 Wildomar, California

Caroline Fischer, 14 Merrimack, New Hampshire

Nikolas Toochek, 13 Westchester, Pennsylvania

Micah a 3rd grader was the 100m, 200m, & Long Jump Champion at the West Coast AAU JO Games, 5th in the 100m at AAU Nationals, and set a 200m record at the Phoenix Invitational. Way to go!

HS Freshman Caroline has already broken 3 course records in New Hampshire & was 3rd at the Brown Invitational with her time of 17:19 which is one of the fastest freshman times in the U.S. so far this year.

We featured Nik after he ran 7 marathons on 7 continents at age 11 to benefit Operation Warm. Now he's running his 50th marathon to raise awareness of blindness in children for the Seva Foundation.

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COMING UP! HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE CHAMPIONSHIP MEETS YOU’LL WANT TO ADD TO YOUR CALENDAR: AAU XC AAU CROSS COUNTRY NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP | TALLAHASSEE | DECEMBER 3RD Regional and Association Meets go to aau.youthrunner.com aauathletics.org

HIGH SCHOOL BORDER MEETS BATTLE OF THE POTOMAC | SMOKEY GLEN FARM, VA | NOVEMBER 19TH NIKE BORDER CLASH | BEAVERTON, OR | NOVEMBER 20TH

FOOT LOCKER MIDWEST REGIONAL | KENOSHA, WI. | NOVEMBER 26TH NORTHEAST REGIONAL | BRONX, NY. | NOVEMBER 26TH SOUTHEAST REGIONAL | CHARLOTTE, NC | NOVEMBER 26TH WEST REGIONAL | WALNUT, CA. | DECEMBER 3rd NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS | BALBOA PARK-SAN DIEGO, CAL. | DEC 10TH

NIKE CROSS NATIONALS HEARTLAND | SIOUX FALLS, SD | NOVEMBER 13TH NORTHWEST REGIONAL | BOISE, IDAHO | NOVEMBER 12TH MIDWEST | TERRE HAUTE, IN. | NOVEMBER 13TH SOUTHWEST | CASA GRANDE, AZ | NOVEMBER 19TH SOUTH | THE WOODLANDS, TX | NOVEMBER 26TH SOUTHEAST | CARY, NC | NOVEMBER 26TH NORTHEAST-NY | WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY | NOVEMBER 26TH NEW YORK-NY | WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY | NOVEMBER 26TH NATIONALS | PORTLAND, OR | DECEMBER 3RD

USATF JUNIOR OLYMPICS XC NATIONALS | HOOVER, AL. | DECEMBER 10TH Regional and Association Meets check youth-usatf.youthrunner.com or usatf.org For more results, and event dates check the calendar at youthrunner.com

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