2016 Monroe County

Cross Country Meet 5pm Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016

Hosted by: Edgewood High School – Ellettsville, IN

Thank you Seniors!!!

Every one of our senior cross country athletes has given great things to our local

programs. Many have seen success and improvement both as athletes and as young

adults. We wish these Seniors the best in the next chapter of their lives and hope to

see them continuing to run for many more years!

Thank you to the coaches for submitting this great information from your athletes!

Alex Michael, Edgewood High School A 4 year EHS runner for track and xc under Coach Mobley, Alex began running in Jr. High and has been

sporting his trademark hair this past season. He put in 500 miles over the 13-week summer period going into his sophomore year, and increased that to 600 miles going into his junior year. He ran a PR last

season at Regionals at BNL with 16:49 and despite injury, hopes to improve on that this year.

Began running in Jr. High.

His favorite thing about cross country is the team! (and 300m repeats;)

I would like to thank “My mom and Uncle Curtis, and all of my coaches for their support.”

College Plans: Alex is interested in running in college and studying law enforcement at Vincennes or IN State.

Fav quote: "Every morning in Africa, a gazelle wakes up, it knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa, a lion wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve. It

doesn't matter whether you're the lion or a gazelle-when the sun comes up, you'd better be running" Christopher McDougall, Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen

Quote from Coach Noirot: “Running is a part of Alex. He is a valuable link on our team. Through a mid-season injury this year, it was a challenge for him not to run. He puts a smile on our faces and gives our

team some ‘sauce’.”

Quote from Coach Mobley: “Man, Alex (a.k.a. Sauce Boss) has been such a blast to work with. Seeing him come in as a freshman, at the back of the pack, and just work his tail off to get to the front, has inspired me. The level of

commitment he has shown to make that improvement has often pushed his teammates (and myself) to continue to strive for better. And his willingness to keep coming back at workouts and races has been a strength, for sure. “

Celine Hornick, Edgewood High School

A 4-year EHS runner for track and XC under Coach Mobley, Celine is looking into possibly attending St.

Mary of the Woods College in Terre Haute where she may continue her running career.

Celine began running: 6th grade in jr high!

Her favorite memory of cross country are the pasta dinners

She would like to thank “My parents for pushing me and to Coach Mobley for knowing I could be better than I thought I could.’

Quote from Coach Noirot: “Celine has had a great career at Edgewood. I hope she continues to run and

be involved in the sport. I could see her getting other girls together one day to maybe even train for a half marathon!’

Quote from Coach Mobley: “Celine made the decision to stick with XC when she was a sophomore, and our team

and whole program are better for it. She has brought such an incredible work ethic and garners the respect of her teammates (as the ‘team mom’), and the utmost respect from me for how she competes and goes about her

preparation. It has been a thrill to see her improve these past few years, and will be exciting to see her continue her path into life after high school.”

Karlee Bland, Edgewood High School

Karlee began running: this year!

A favorite memory is… “playing hide-and-seek at Team Camp and Cameron covered himself with a blanket and hid for more than 10 minutes on top of the fridge!”

College Plans: University of Evansville to study Public Relations with an emphasis in Athletics

She would like to thank…. Coach Mobley and Celine Hornick for encouraging me to join the team! (and

helping me meet what turned out to be some of my favorite people!)

Fav quote: “You have to want to succeed more than you want to breathe.”

Quote from Coach Rachel N: “Karlee has a great work ethic especially from her swimming background.

She really fun to be around. The girls have a blast having her on the team and never fail to cheer her on!”

From Coach Mobley: “We are so glad Karlee came out with us this year. Fun times at camp and tough times on workouts have all led to continued improvement. Great girl. Great personality. Great future ahead!”

Denver Aydelott, Edgewood High School A wrestler and strong middle-distance runner in track (part of the 2015 State qualifying 4x800 team from

Edgewood), Denver is a strong addition to the program as a first year xc runner under Coach Mobley.

Began running xc this year!

Favorite part of cross-country is “…post run chocolate milk!”

I would like to thank “my family for coming to support our meets.”

College Plans: “I’m excited to wrestle in college and major in Business at possibly University of Indy or Wabash.”

Quote: “Be sure to know who you’re messing with before you mess with them.”

Quote from Coach T :“ It’s admirable that Denver chose to join xc his Senior year and get out there compete right

there with guys who’ve been in it since they were in middle school. I love the fact he has a wrester’s mentality

and determination and knows to put in the hard work not only for himself but his team.”

Quote from Coach Mobley: I loved getting the chance to work with Denver in track, and when he said he would come out

for XC, I was ecstatic. He is a coachable, high character young man, whom any coach would love to have on their team.

And his willingness to step out of his comfort zone (2 track laps!!) is inspiring.

Zarya deSouza, Bloomington South 4 year runner at South

Began running in 5th grade at St. Charles School

My favorite part of cross-country “…all of the long runs with my teammates. We have so much fun exploring

Bloomington. My favorite long run was the time we ran from South to North and back!!”

I would like to thank “God for enabling me to run and blessing me with this talent. I would also like to thank my

parents for always supporting me and coming to all of my races no matter how far away from home they were.

Also, a big thank you to all of my coaches: Coach Hamilton, Coach T, and Coach Tichenor for getting me started

on this crazy running journey, and to my high school coaches Coach Fife, Coach Ginther, Coach Missy and Coach

Stokes for taking my running to the next level!”

College Plans: I hope to attend Washington University in St. Louis and major in Engineering

Planning to run in college? Yes

Word of Wisdom: “Everyday, get outside and do your best because at the end of the day the most important

question is “Did you do your best?” …The time you ran or the place you came in no longer matters if the answer

to that question is yes….There are so many variables in XC, and the only on you control is you.”

Hope Bush, Bloomington South

4 year runner at South

Began running in: 5th grade

Favorite memory: running in the state meet every year

I would like to thank “My parents, for always supporting and encouraging me, Coach Sami, my trainer for

keeping me healthy and free of stress fractures, and most of all God for giving me the ability to run.”

College Plans: “I plan to attend IU and study criminal justice and would love to continue running in college.”

Fav Quote: "To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." - Pre

Marcela Miranda, Blomington South

3 year runner for South

Began running: Sophomore Year

Favorite parts of cross-country: “Team dinners, and all of the new friends I have made.’

I would like to thank “My mom and dad, Sami, and all of my teammates!”

College plans: “I plan to attend Indiana University to study Chemistry.”

Fav quote: “Don't stop until the finish line.”

Dawson Hood, Bloomington High School South 4 year runner for South

Began running: in 7th Grade

Favorite parts of cross-country: “Seeing my teammates on the corner cheering.”

I would like to thank “The coaching staff and all of my teammates.”

College plans: undecided currently and no current plans to run

Fav quote: “It's not all about medals and ribbons, it's about becoming lifelong runners.”

Jonah Schrum, Bloomington South

4 year runner for South Began running: in 7th grade

Favorite XC memory: “..how you can feel like crap and wonderful at the same time.”

I would like to thank “My parents for always supporting me and helping me whenever any

resources were necessary, Coach for teaching me important life lessons that I would have never learned otherwise, and teammates for making xc such a fun and memorable experience.”

College plans: IU or Loyola University for Business and Design

I’m planning to run but not part of a college team..for the fun of it.

Quote: “Never start walking, cuz coach is watching. “

Ben Moir, Bloomington South 3 year runner for South

Began running: in 10th grade

My favorite thing about cross-country “is how close-knit the team is.”

I would like to thank “My family, coaches and teammates for all the support.”

College Plans: IU, undecided major..No current plans to run in college

Fav quote: “Strive for success every day and have fun while doing it.”

Mackenzie Williams, Bloomington South 4 year runner for South

Began running in 1st grade! Favorite XC memory is “spending time with my team during team dinners and almost breaking 22 minutes at the

New Haven meet last year.”

I would like to thank “God for giving me my talent and ability to run, my parents for supporting me through all my ups and downs, my brother for being my role model, my family for always

cheering me on, my teammates for pushing me, and my coaches for all the work they’ve put in!”

College Plans: undecided where and no running plans. I am interested in Special Ed or Occupational Therapy.

Fav quote:

"Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard."

Hannah Chapman, Lighthouse Christian Academy

Began running: Jr. year

Favorite XC memory: “when the LCA guys and girls teams won the ICST State Meet!”

I would like to thank: “My family for their encouragement and for sitting through all

those meets, my team for making all those practices seem more bearable, and to

Coach Bob for his excellent training.’

College Plans: Health Science with an emphasis in Geriatrics, undecided of where

Planning to run in college? Undecided

Fav quote: “But one thing I do, forgetting what is behind and straining toward

what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize…

Quote from Coach Lowers: “Hannah is a leader on the LCA X-C team. Once she joined our team two years ago she has become a year round runner. Hannah Loves hilly courses. She did her first half marathon in the fall of

2015. Hannah has spent her last two summers on mission trips helping people in different parts of the world. She has been essential to this team and she is an inspiration to all.”

Reece Kelly, Lighthouse Christian Academy

Began running: in 10th grade

Fav xc memory “running, dancing, boating, and running,- oh and hills!”

I would like to thank “My parents for their support, Coach Bob, my teammates, and the hills of southern Indiana.”

College plans: Valor Christian College undecided on running plans or course of study

College: Fav quote: "You should run! Running is fun!" - Coach Bob

Quote from Coach: “Reece is a dual sport-athlete and this is his first year running cross country. He is primarily a soccer

player and was our summertime ‘king of the hill’ runner, running up the most hills over the summer. His contributions to

the team have been great.”

Dalton Smith, Lighthouse Christian Academy

Began running: in 4th grade at age 10

Fav thing about xc: “The camaraderie between teammates.”

I would like to thank “My Mom, teammates, and Coach Bob for all of their support.”

College Plans: No specific plans at this time / not planning to run, but would like to play basketball.

Fav quote: "Make each day your masterpiece." John Wooden

Quote from Coach: “Dalton is a two year cross country runner. He ran cross country his freshman year then

moved to soccer. This year, Dalton is a dual sport-athlete sharing his love for soccer with the cross country team.

He has been very consistent with his running and his contributions to the team have been big.”

Amelia Rasmusen, Lighthouse Christian Academy

Began running: Age 12.. XC was my first sport ever!

Favorite XC memory: “Other than crazy XC camp times that ought not to be spoken of, winning the ICST Championship

Meet on a frosty Saturday morning by a tiebreaker (the boys winning too!) and knowing we all did our very best for God’s glory!”

I would like to thank “Coach Bob, Coach Forgeng, and Coach Rheam for always

challenging me.”

College Plans: The University of Chicago to study Philosophy or Physics

Planning to run in college? Undecided

Fav quote: “WHATEVER you do, work at it with ALL your heart, as working for the

Lord, not for men.” Colossians 3:23

Quote from Coach Lowers: “Amelia is at the top of her class in academics. She brings to the team a lot of

excitement with her ability to create stories. She is fun to be around and very adventurous. Amelia has run three years on the LCA XC team, just missing her sophomore year when she moved to Massachusetts. She finished

third overall in the 2015 Indiana Christian State tournament.”

Nathan Browning, Lighthouse Christian Academy

4 year runner at LCA

Son of Michael and Christa Browning

Began running in: 7th grade

Fav XC Memory: “Trail runs with Coach Bob…the getting lost, the abundance of mud, and the frequent laughs!”

I would like to thank “Coach Bob for his constant encouragement and continuously optimistic spirit, and my parents for their support in both my extracurricular and academic ventures.”

College Plans: interested in running and majoring in Computer engineering, possibly at Franklin College

Word of Wisdom: “It’s not how you do, it’s how you do it.”

Quote from Coach Lowers: “Nathan is a leader and the heart beat to the LCA team. He has run all

four years for LCA X-C. He loves running and runs year round. Nathan has ran two half

marathons; Spring 2014 and fall 2015. He was named our ‘King of the Jungle’ his Junior year.”

Rachael Silberstein, Bloomington North

4 year runner at North

Began running: in middle school

Fav XC memory is being a part of such a close-knit team of girls!

I would like to thank “my parents, coaches and teammates for all their support over the years.”

College: unsure where or what major, but interested in Neuroscience/Psychology

Quote from Coach Helmer: “Rachael has been a 4-year runner on our team and has played an important role in

the development of our program.”

Kendyll Schulz, Bloomington North

4 year runner at North

Began running: Kandyll has always loved to run, but started running competitively in 7th grade!

Her favorite memory is breaking the school record at a Batchelor Middle School meet.

I would like to thank “my family for supporting my dreams, and my coach and teammates for pushing me to my

limits and believing in me.”

College: unsure where or if she will run, but interested in studying Elementary Education: )

Fav quote: From the movie Dreamer….”When you run, the ground shook, the sky opened, and mere

mortals parted…Parted the way to victory, where you’ll meet me in the winner’s circle and I’ll

put a blanket of flowers on your back.”

Quote from Coach Helmer: “Kendyll has been a 4-year Varsity runner for us. She has been a mainstay in our top

5 all 4 years and has helped guide her team to Sectional, Regional, and Conference titles.”

Will Jones, Bloomington North

First year xc runner for North

His favorite part of xc: “his first experiences working out with the team in summer 2016.”

I would like to thank “My parents: Andrew & Jane Jones, and Coach Warthan for their support. “

College Plans: To attend I.U. next year to study Biology; Will is undecided about his future in running at the next level,

depending on the success of this year.

Fav quote: “Don’t worry about what the work is doing to you, but what it will do for

you.” - Coach Warthan

Coach Warthan’s comments: “Will began running track his Junior year. Will made great progress in the 400 and

later the 800m. Will gave up soccer his senior year and became a member of a cross-country team for the first

time. He surprised me by coming out for cross-country and giving up soccer his senior year. It was fun working

with him during the 2016 track season and watch him getting stronger in the 4X800 relay. The same is true for

cross-country as he continues to develop into a good 5K runner. Only time will tell how good Will can be at the

5K. It is good to be a part of his development. “

Michael Baldomero, Bloomington North

Years running high school xc: 2

Began running at grade: 6th grade

Favorite part of xc: “The team dinners”

I would like to thank “My parents, coaches, and teammates. They pushed me harder than I would’ve pushed myself.’

College Plans: Possibly Purdue to Major in Engineering

A fav quote: “Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.”

Coach Warthan’s comments: “Michael has embraced his training for his second try at cross-country and the hard work is paying off as he continues to improve. Like some of the other members on the team it is fun to watch him make steady

progress to be at his best. Michael is an outstanding young man, and I wish him the best as he moves forward.”

Caleb Gosney, Bloomington North

Three year runner for North

Began running: Sophomore year

His favorite part of xc: “my experience at dunes camp.”

I would like to thank “Coach Warthan and his teammates for their support over the past three years and especially

during times when he was injured.”

College Plans: Caleb does not plan to continue his competitive running in college but would like to wrestle. Caleb is

interested in the University of Chicago and plans to major in biochemistry.

Fav quote: “Never speak of the flesh.”

Coach Warthan’s comments: “Caleb has been a pleasure to work with these past three years. He has a great work

ethic and is a role model for his peers. It is unfortunate that Caleb has experienced more than his share of

injuries but continues to have a great attitude and supports his team in any way he can”

Sean Coleman, Bloomington North

Four year runner for North

Began running: freshman year

His favorite part of xc: “

I would like to thank “Coach Warthan, his parents, and his teammates for their support.”

College Plans: IU to major in Applied Math

Fav quote: “Anyone can run 100 meters……It’s the next 2900, 3900, 4900 that count!”

Coach Warthan’s comments: “Sean seems to embrace the work and cross-country and the challenge of getting

better. He is a very bright, hard-working athlete and it has been a privilege working with him. Sean has

continued to show improvement through-out his running career and is part of the varsity line-up this year,

running 5th or 6th man.”

Jacob Fowler, Bloomington North

Two year xc runner for North

Began running: 7th grade

His favorite part of xc “is the comradery of the cross-country team that is built through working out together.“

I would like to thank “my parents, coaches, and teammates for their support.“

College Plans: to attend Indiana University and run if possible.

Fav quote: Muhammad Ali, “If your dreams don’t scare you, they are not big enough.”

Jacob has continued running track and field though out his high school years. Jacob run cross-country his

freshman year, sat out two years and is now back for his senior year to gain strength and endurance for his

senior track season.

Coach Warthan’s comments: “I am always glad to work with quality people in the sport of cross-country and

Jacob fits the bill. Jacob found that middle distance was a good fit during the 2016 track season being a part of a

State qualifying 4x800 team. With a little encouragement from his coach, he agreed to give cross-country

another try. Jacob is getting stronger and is pushing for a top 12 tournament spot. Only time will tell how much

improvement Jacob gained from his experience in cross-country.”

Michael Kase, Bloomington North

First year xc runner for North

Began running: 4th grade

His favorite part of xc “Getting to know and hang out with his teammates as they’re a fun group of guys.”

I would like to thank “my parents and especially Coach Warthan for his support.”

College Plans: to attend Indiana University and no plans to continue running

Word of wisdom for his teammates: “Hakuna Matata Kiddos”

Coach Warthan’s Comments: “Michael has made great strides in becoming a good cross country in his first year. He has

embraced the work and competes hard. He has been fun to watch as he continues to improve.”

Andy Vilardo, Bloomington North

4 year runner at North

Started running: 8th grade

His favorite part of xc: “spending time with and working out with my teammates.”

I would like to thank “my parents, coaches, and teammates for supporting and pushing me to be the runner I am.”

College Plans: interested in continuing to run in college at the University of Southern Indiana and major in kinesiology

Fav quote: “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great” - Pre

Coach Warthan’s Comments: “Andy has been a steady runner for North these past four years and has

developed into a good team leader and has been running 3rd or 4th man this year. Andy is a great

teammate and works to help the team with anything he can.”

Peter Gordillo, Bloomington North

4 year runner at North

Began running: at age 12

Fav part of xc: “watching athletes’ hard work pay off”

I would like to thank “Coach Warthan and teammates”

College Plans: To attend Purdue to study Engineering

Undecided about running in college

A fav quote: "If cross-country was easy, we would be playing golf."

From Coach Warthan: “Peter has been a valuable part of the cross-country team the past four years. His progress has been hindered with a number of injuries, but he remains positive and supports his team. I truly hope that

the injury bug is behind him and his senior year track season will be everything he wants it to be.”

Tanner Kase, Bloomington North

1 yr. cross-country runner

Began running: in 4th grade

Fav part of xc: being a part of a team, getting to know them, making new friends and sharing special times.

I would like to thank “My parents for their support, Coach Warthan, my teammates, and especially my brother.”

College Plans: Tanner is interested in attending IU to study health related fields.

From Coach Warthan: “I have enjoyed having Tanner as a first year runner. He is working hard in practice and is making

good progress advancing his position on the team. One can only wonder what a few more years of high school running

might have done for Tanner and Bloomington North’s success. It has truly been a pleasure to coach Tanner Kase.”

Hannah Kiefer, Owen Valley

I began running.. “my Sophomore year.”

I would like to thank: “God, my parents, family, friends, and my teammates.”

College Plans: Ivy Tech for EMT/Paramedic Certification, IUPUI for Nursing (pediatrics)

A fav memory from xc: “Going to see Grease at Edgewood.”

No current plans to run in college

Fav quote: 2 Corinthians 12:10 “This is why, for the sake of Christ, I take pleasure in my weaknesses, in my insults,

hardships, persecutions, and difficulties. For when I am weak, I am strong.”

Alexander Like, Bloomington South 4 year runner at South

Began running: “in 7th Grade at Jackson Creek Middle School” Favorite memory of cross-country: “Beating Jonah at the Eagle Classic one year.”

I would like to thank “my parents for always supporting me, especially my mom who attended almost every race I

was in, and all of my coaches for caring as much about my success as I did.”

College plans: Interested in attending Purdue for Engineering or Bio-Medical Engineering and possibly compete in club xc

Fav quote: “Success is one percent inspiration, ninety-eight percent perspiration, and two percent attention to detail.” - Phil Dunphy

Tanner Gilpin, Bloomington High School South

Began running 7th grade at Batchelor

4 Years running in High School

My favorite thing about Cross Country is that both my parents and my friend Codie are always there to see me at the finish line after my race and tell me how well I did

I would like to thank God, my parents Eric and Sandy, my brother Taylor, my sister Taryn, my coach Coach Williams, my

Grandma, and my friend/teammate Codie

I am interested in attending Milligan University

I plan to run Track in college

"If you run your best, your hardest, and run for God, your time doesn't matter" –Dad

Brady Two Bears, Bloomington South 3 year runner at South

Began running: freshman year

Favorite xc memory: “Seeing Max Richter hug every guy on the awards podium.”

Would like to thank “My mother Davina, Coach Williams, and all my friends in the fast squad.”

College Plans: Interested in attending Purdue University to Major in Engineering; no plans to run in college

Favorite quote: "You don't have to run, you get to run."

Tate Blackketter, Bloomington South

Began running..in 7th grade

A Favorite xc memory: “..When we finished a long run my freshman year and Coach bought the team ice cream

cones from Dairy Queen!”

I would like to thank…”my Parents John and Amy Blackketter, Coach Williams, Coach Evans, Coach Horowitz, and

all my teammates”

College Plans: To attend Purdue to major in Construction and Building Management, no current running plans

Quote: “We don’t have to do it, we get to do it.” – Coach Williams

Aero Bosley, Bloomington South

3 year runner at South

Began running: in 7th grade

Favorite xc memory: “Winning Regionals last year when the entire team ran their PR! except for Codie.”

I would like to thank the following for support: “My legs, Mom, Dad, Coach Williams, my current and past

coaches, and current and former teammates of Dirtysouth XC.”

College plans: to major in Physical Therapy, undecided on where; no current running plans

Fav quote or a word of wisdom for younger runners: ”Nothing is impossible. When you get

knocked down, get up, dust yourself off, and keep running…Whether it’s running or

life, what knocks you down will only hurt you if you let it.”

Brandon Bedolla, Owen Valley

1year runner at South

Began running: in 12 th grade

Favorite xc memory: “Running with my team every single day.”

I would like to thank the following for support: “Parents and teammates for pushing me to be better.”

College plans: Purdue, for Software Engineering and Computer Science,

Undecided about running after high school