Hello! My name is Madeline Bialko and I attend John Hersey High School, in the Class of 2025. I am a dedicated and hard working student who enjoys running. I enjoy competing in cross country and track at my high school, with a focus on long distance as my specialty. I excel in cross country and am looking at opportunities to compete at the collegiate level. I have been a core member of the varsity, state qualifying cross country teams at Hersey. In my senior year, I have taken a significant step forward with my performance, lowering my PR's in Cross Country by nearly a minute (17:17 for 3 miles) and have been honored with being awarded All-State.
I am passionate for mid and long distances, and am extremely dedicated to the training and guidance my coaches give to me. I enjoy being a part of a team, and have valued the great friendships I have built with my teammates. I have also been very fortunate to have wonderful coaches who have pushed me and supported me along the way. l enjoy competing to contribute to our team's successes, and am willing to whatever is necessary for the best for my team. I was raised with the premise of hard work and respect for others at the foundation for everything I do, from academics to athletics. I look forward to the opportunities that may present to me as my running career progresses. Thank you!
Event | 2024 Varsity Team | 2023 Varsity Team |
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5000M | 18:21 - NXR Midwest @ Lavern Gibson Course (Terre Haute, IN) - 11/17/24 | 19:34 |
Distance & PR | 3.0 Miles - 17:17 (IHSA State Finals - Dettweiler Park, Peoria, IL) - 11/9/24 | 3 Mile - 18:26 |
1600M | 5:18 |