Gwen Higgins '24 Recruiting Profile

The decision that I made to start running was the best decision that I have ever made. Running is a balance of mental strength and physical strength, which I think sets this sport apart from any other. Long-distance running requires attributes that not very many people have, so I would love to have the opportunity for any college to look at my endurance, speed, and strides to critique me and tell me what I can improve upon before the next race. The team aspect of running is very important to me too. I know that teams are only as fast as their slowest runner, so I try to encourage everyone on my team that they can get through each race with a great time. As far as other teams go, I love to meet my competitors and build relationships with them so that I can have a healthy competition with everyone. During school, I am able to balance my work along with running because I put academics before sports, even though both matter to me. Determination would describe my personality because every race or even practice, I am determined to do better than my last run. I hope that you consider me to run for your college program!