Boys Cross Country - Arkansas

“He prepares all of his mind and body by pushing himself to the limit and going beyond what his body says he can.It's easy to sit back and rest. It's easy to sit and watch. It's easy to focus on one thing. To be the best it takes hard work, focus, and determination in every step taken. That is what qualities make Jacob a Gatorade Runner of the Year! His day starts early and ends late. Mornings runs and evening workouts. He prepares all of his mind and body by pushing himself to the limit and going beyond what his body says he can. Never leaving a stretch or abdominal routine or weight training session without feeling the benefit. Always knowing where he is at in a race and who the competition is. Understanding that risks are part of reward and many great things can come from taking the right steps at the right time. When he steps into the classroom it usually is an Advance Placement class. He seeks out the challenges as he prepares himself for the "next" level academically and athletically. Always polite. Always humble.. Always maintaining all the qualities of a Gatorade Runner of the Year!”