Featured Athlete: Maria Johanne
Grade: 12| Sport: track
March 30, 2021
Wingspan: When did you start track?
Johanne: “I started track in 7th grade.”
Wingspan: Who encouraged you to start track?
Johanne: “My athletic coaches suggested I try out, so I did.”
Wingspan: What is the hardest part about track?
Johanne: “The hardest part about it would be the practices because they can be very enduring and tiring.”
Wingspan: What’s your favorite part about track?
Johanne: “My favorite part would have to be all the friends I have made and getting to compete with them.”
Wingspan: Who is your biggest role model?
Johanne: “My biggest role model is my mother because she always encourages me to try my best and is always there for me.”
Wingspan: What is one thing people think about your sport that isn’t actually true?
Johanne: “Some people assume that it’s not difficult because it’s only running and you don’t really have to be skilled for that, but it’s actually a lot of work.”
Wingspan: Do you have a pre game routine?
Johanne: “My pregame routine is just running a lap or 2 and then making sure I’m stretched and properly warmed up.”