The 5-foot-5 sophomore raced to the Class A individual state championship this past season with a course-record time of 17:17.5. Chmiel also won the New York Federation Championship in 18:10.2 and took first at the Section 2 championships. She took second at the Nike Cross Nationals New York Regional championships and placed fifth nationally at the NXN Final in 17:41.1, earning All-American honors.
Chmiel has maintained an A average in the classroom. She will begin her junior year of high school this fall.
Also a talented musician and a devoted member of her church community, Chmiel has volunteered locally on behalf of youth running programs. "Kelsey is one of the most dedicated and determined runners we have ever coached," said Saratoga Springs coach Linda Kranick. "She truly enjoys the competition, and she's willing to work hard to succeed."
