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Sprinting To Success

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by Jake Boese |

Cross Country runner Shannon Hall has had an impressive season this year, becoming the ninth ranked runner leading up to the state competition. Hall’s knowledge of correct preparation helped him continue his success at state, placing sixth among the top runners in the state of Missouri.
Shannon has a routine before every race that helped contribute to his success throughout the season.
“I know what to eat and don’t workout the day before. I also get a good night’s sleep two days before the race and pretty much act normally the day before. The most important thing is to always have food in your stomach,” Hall said.
Shannon’s history in the sport does not go back far but no one could be able to tell by his performance.
“I started in the summer before ninth grade…I wanted to do a simple sport that I didn’t have to think too much in. I always liked field day in elementary school, so that also got me into it.”
Hall’s coaches attribute his success to his mentality.
“He is laid back whether he is training or racing so it keeps him relaxed during races,” coach Tim Fritson said.
Fritson also believes that Hall was a born runner.
“He has a tremendous amount of talent and a natural running ability. His offseason workouts this summer also helped him improve for this year,” Fritson said.
Hall does not need anyone else to keep him motivated; his personal drive and the difficulty of the sport keep him going.
“I internally keep myself going. It is just as hard of a sport mentally as it is physically,” Hall said.
Shannon hopes to continue running well on into college.
“I want to run mid-distance track at Mizzou or UMKC.”

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