Salute to Seniors: Valeska Halamicek

What was your most memorable meet or race?

My most memorable meet was state track 2012. My goal since middle school had been to win state in the 800 and I was finally able to accomplish that. And on top of that, the 4x4 finished first and we won the state team title. 

Who was your biggest competition?

Myself

 

Out of all your high school accomplishments, which stands out the most?

Getting 19th at State XC my senior year. I still don't know where that came from.


If you could do it all over again is there anything you would change?

I wouldn't change anything. God knows the outcome of everything way before we do. There was nothing I could have possibly done differently that would have changed anything. It has all made me to be the runner that I am today.


What were the most difficult obstacles you had to overcome?

All through my running career I wondered why I was never getting injured and then it happened this track season. Thankfully, it wasn't very serious but my most difficult obstacle was trying to train on it. I hated that I couldn't work as hard as I wanted to.


What will you miss the most?

My team and coaches.


Do you have any advice for younger athletes?

Stop worrying about races so much. Don't let them get to you and don't make them your life. As long as you do your best, there's nothing to worry about. And most importantly, don't confuse your gifts with The One who gives you your gifts. Run for God, not yourself. 


What are your college plans?

Run at Mizzou and major in information technology. GO TIGERS!


Who would you like to thank?

Coach Tower and Coach Rogles- I could not have accomplished anything without you. You have made such an amazing program at Howell and I'm so grateful to have been part of it.

My team-I really would be nowhere without you guys. You taught me so much. I literally would not have made it through cross country without you all! You have made me the teammate, Christian, and person that I am today. You guys are my best friends and I love you. I'll miss you so much!

Mom and Dad- Thanks for your running genes! I love you!

 

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