Evan del Rio '18 Recruiting Profile

    I started running cross-country in middle school due to the influence of my older brother, who is also a competitive runner.  I made the varsity team my freshman year in high school and instantly fell in love with the sport.  I have learned to push myself to train hard year-round.

    Academically, I have been near the top of my class for as long as I can remember and my studies have not been a limiting factor in my running career.   I intend to continue to push myself and improve academically and athletically through high school and into college.

    I am the captain of my cross-country team and am very team-oriented.  Having worked the past two summers at Carolina Creek Christian Camps showing children the love of Jesus Christ, I have learned to become a leader and to make the most of any situation.

    I'm hoping to secure a scholarship to a Division 1 college where I can be pushed academically and physically, but I am also open to a Division 2 school if it is a better fit for me.  My ultimate goal is to make my family proud and to honor God in my decision.