The 2013 Cross Country Arizona Watch List series continues. As the season gets underway new athletes will be added to the list. Good luck to everyone! See you on the course!
Journal Questions:
Name: Savannah Gaffney (Savannah's Milesplit profile)
High School:
Xavier College Prep
Year of Graduation: 2014
Best time in a 5K and a 3 Mile Race:
3 Mile: 19:02
5k: 19:01
What are your goals for the upcoming season:
My goal for the upcoming season is to improve my previous 5K and 3 mile times as much as possible. Also, I hope that I can contribute in any way to help my team succeed.
How is your summer training going? Your favorite workout? What kind of summer mileage do you run?
I feel that the summer training is going well. Everyone on the team is working hard towards making their season great. My favorite workout is anything that involves hills. As for our mileage we usually run on minutes, but if I calculate it correctly, we probably run around fifty miles a week.
How long have you been running and how did you get started:
I have been running for eight years. I began when I joined club track.
Which meets will you be running this year?
I think that the team will be running almost all of the meets offered in Arizona.
What are your favorite and toughest courses to run in State and out of State?
My favorite meet to run in State would have to be Doug Conley, because it has a lot of variety with hills. The toughest course for me is Twilight. Many of my teammates have mastered this race, but I cannot seem to get the hang of it. My favorite race out of State, which is both tough and enjoyable, is Mt. Sac. It is an all around great race with the challenge of hills, and a really competitive atmosphere.
So far in your high school career, what is your favorite cross country race or cross country memory?
My favorite cross country memory was when we ran what was called an “adventure run” after a California race. Our coach took us on a run along the beach, and then we were able to swim and spend time in the ocean.
What do you look forward to the most this season?
I look forward to running and training with my team this season.
Out of all your running accomplishments so far, which stands out the most?
The running accomplishment that stands out the most was when our 4x1600 meter team won at the Mt. Sac Relays.
When you are not running what do you like to do?
When I am not running I usually like to hike with my dog, Nelson.
Do you cross train (lift, swim, bike etc)?
I like to cross train occasionally with swimming biking or even hiking.
How have your coaches influenced you overall?
My coaches have influenced me in a positive way overall. They are very supportive with helping me to achieve the goals that I set. I am really grateful to have them
Are you considering running after college?
I would like to continue running, but in a low key setting after college. I love to run road races so I believe that is where I will be spending most of my running career
Shout-Outs?
Shout out to my team! I love them all!
Quick Six:
Favorite Pre-race Meal?
I really enjoy eating spaghetti the night before my races.
Kind of shoes you train in?
I train in Asics and Newtons.
Favorite athlete (running or otherwise)?
My favorite athlete is the professional surfer, Bethany Hamilton.
Favorite song?
"Pumped Up Kicks" by Foster the People
What time of day do you run?
We run at 5 AM every morning.
Favorite quote?
“Live everyday like it is your last.”