William Barnes '26 Recruiting Profile

My name is William Barnes, I have been running distance track since I was 11 years old. I enjoy racing in the 800m, 1500m, 3000m and 5000m, I also enjoy challenging myself with other events.  I have gone to Provincials which in Canada is the same as going to state, since 2022 which was my first year in high school. I have won the Regina City Championships in the 800m, 1500m & 3000m in 2022, as well as the Regina City Championships in the Quadrathlon (Long Jump, 100m, shot put and 800m) in 2023. In 2024 so far I have place 1st for the U16 (sophomore) age group in both the City and Provincial levels for cross country with a time of 16:40 for 5000m. I have also been racing against Seniors for the past two years. 

I am extremely dedicated to my athletics, and am working hard to become stronger in my academics. I work hard in my training, and my studies and believe that the only way to improve is to continue pushing my limits. I have also been volunteer coaching my younger brothers soccer team since 2021 with my step dad as well as playing soccer since I was 6 years old. I am a great team mate and a great athlete, I take direction well however I will ask questions as to the why or how will this help me.