Athlete Interview
Jasmine Staebler, sophomore, Clayton Ridge HS, Guttenberg
PR’s: 400m – 57.93, 800m – 2:14.91, 4K XC – 14:52
1. When & how did you get started in track & field?
I ran a 5K road race with my dad when I was 12 and did okay. The following spring I started 7th grade track and continued in 8th grade. My parents took me to the Ankeny State Jr. High Meet in 8th grade where I found out I could compete with other athletes in the state.
2. Person/people most influential to your success in track & field?
My father and mother both encouraged me to try all sports, including track and field.
3. Your favorite track & field event(s)?
400 M Open and 800 M Open
4. Your track & field event coach(es)?
Angela Cook - Clayton Ridge, Tom Krall - Clayton Ridge
5. Keys to your successful track & field training program?
Staying focused, keeping myself motivated, staying in shape by participating in other sports and running throughout the year.
6. Your favorite track & field meet(s)?
Drake Relays and the State Meet.
7. Track & field athlete(s) you most enjoy competing against?
Rebekah Topham (Griswold) and Nicole Miller (North Linn), because they always try to do their best.
8. Most memorable experience in track & field so far?
Winning the open 400 M Open and Sprint Medley Relay with my teammates in the State meet as a freshman.
9. Greatest accomplishment(s) in track & field so far?
Qualifying for three events in the Drake Relays and medaling in two of the events.
10. Goals for the 2013 track & field season?
Qualify for Drake and the State Meet with my teammates. Continue to help improve Clayton Ridge Girls’ Track Program with my teammates.
11. If a senior, college/university you will attend, or schools you are considering?
(a sophomore)
12. Long-term goals in track & field?
Participate in track and field in college and continue to improve.
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See Jasmine’s IOWATFXC.COM webpage at https://ia.milesplit.com/athletes/2196196-jasmine-staebler .