Michael Smith '24 Recruiting Profile

As a young and motivated athlete, I have shown remarkable progress and a burning passion for track and field. Despite only starting my journey in JV track during my freshman year, I have made significant strides and improvements that would make me a valuable asset to any college track team.

My versatility in various track events is a testament to my work ethic and willingness to challenge myself. I have experience running in the 4x1 and 4x2 relay races during my sophomore year, junior year and the 100m race in my freshmen, sophomore and junior years. Throughout these years, I have shown consistent improvement in my times, reducing my 100m time from 12.15 seconds in my freshmen year to an 11.14 hand time sophomore year and  to an 11.07 FAT time my junior year.

My dedication and willingness to improve my weaker areas are what sets me apart from other athletes. I have identified my struggles in the 4x2 relay and I'm eager to work on improving my split time to contribute more to my team's success. I have a strong work ethic and will always be ready to put in the extra effort to achieve my goals.

My performance in competitions is also impressive. Despite placing second in my sophomore year at district, bi-district, and area events, I still managed to make it to regionals and place fifth. In my junior year, I nearly became district champion, losing by just a head nod, but I persevered and won area with a time of 0.3 seconds in front of the second runner. I also managed to secure second place at regionals, with a 0.2-second lead over the third-place runner and made it to the state level.

My track record, dedication, and growth potential make me an excellent candidate for any college track team. My willingness to work on my weaker areas and my passion for the sport would be a valuable asset to any team. With One more year to go before graduating, I have the potential to reach even greater heights in my athletic career, and any college track team would be lucky to have me on their roster.