My mom is great and I make sure that we pray together before every race. She helps me put everything in perspective and remind me of the real reason I run.

My dad's a pastor and a seminary professor; my mom, she has such great faith.

My faith inspires me so much. It is the very reason that I run. I feel that my running is completely a gift from God and it is my responsibility to use it to glorify him.

The real reason for coming to Montour is my love and respect for football.

Before a race, I block out what's going on in the stadium. It's different for everyone. But for me, I've always been able to block it out. For a sprint race, it's important not to get distracted.

The only real reason to write professionally is that you love it enough.