Section 6 Spotlight: HOPE PIETROCARLO, Maple Grove

2012 Section VI XC State Qualifiers

What do you enjoy about your event?
Well, it's hard to explain as I run the two mile so I have a love/hate relationship with it! I love it most of the time but I always question myself on why I do it!

What has been the highlight in your running/throwing/jumping career thus far?
Getting my PR of a 10:42 in the 2 mile and also being Class D Champions three years in a row as a team.

What’s the funniest thing that has happened to you while competing?
In my 7th grade year running track, I was competing in the two mile at the Olean Invitational and one of my friends was cheering for me and as he was cheering, he fell intothe steeplechase water pit!

What thoughts run through your head while competing?
Thoughts that run through my head are, "OK, I know I can pass that girl" or sometimes I have a song in my head.

What other sports do you enjoy?
I enjoy watching men's college basketball.

What is your favorite food?
My favorite food would have to be ice cream because it helps me relax!

What is one of your favorite movies?
"Bridesmaids" because it is hilarious!

What would be your ideal vacation?
Going to the 2016 Olympics...or somewhere tropical.

Who is your role model and why?
My role model would be Lauren Fleschman because she finished the 800m with "all guts."

What do you do to relax?
Usually watch TV and ice my legs.

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?
I see myself with a healthy family and a running career,...hopefully!

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