We continue the watch with many more athletes to profile! Good luck to everyone! See you on the course!
Journal Questions:
Name: Alonzo W. Thompson
High School:
Tuba City
Year of Graduation: 2014
Best time in a 5K and a 3 Mile Race:
5 Km = 16:18
3 Mile = 16:24
What are your goals for the upcoming season:
To be a big part of my team and improve on my PRs from last year.
How is your summer training going? Your favorite workout? What kind of summer mileage do you run?
Summer training went very well. Just put in the miles this summer, 55-60 miles per week.
How long have you been running and how did you get started:
Since 6th grade---just thought I try running and fell in love with the sport.
Will you be competing out of State this season? If so, when and where?
Yes, most likely…..post season races like Nike, Footlocker, and USATF representing Wings Program.
What are your favorite courses and the toughest courses to run in State and out of State.
My favorite course is Peaks at Buffalo Park and Twilight. The toughest without question is our own course, Bud Davis Meet, because of Dynamite Hill. Yes, they actually stored dynamite there at one time on TC Hill.
So far in your high school career, what is your favorite cross country race or cross country memory?
By far my favorite race is Twilight because of the festive mood and fireworks at the start of the race.
When you are not running what do you like to do?
Playing basketball and having quality time with family and friends.
Do you cross train (lift, swim, bike etc)?
I lift a little by following the BSF Program and bike ride off season.
Do you think you would like to run competitively after high school?
Yes, I love my running to take me beyond High School by running for a college and getting a degree.
What were your favorite Olympic sports and did they inspire you in any way?
Track & Field is my favorite sport and it’s an inspiration to me because the athletes train a very long time to be the best.
Quick Six:
Favorite Pre-race Meal?
Lots of pasta and French bread.
Kind of shoes you train in?
Nike shoes only!!!
Favorite athlete (running or otherwise)?
Ryan Hall and Allyson Felix
Favorite TV show or movie?
Movie –Happy Feet 2
Favorite song?
Some Nights--Fun
Favorite quote?
Nahongvita!!!