Hilliard Davidson Sr. India Johnson is the leading D1 girl's returner from the 2015 State Meet. She was 2nd in 17:42.43. She has the second fastest time of all the returning girls with a 17:31.35, just behind Troy Jr. Morgan Gigandet's 17:26.59. She is the defending OATCCC Indoor 3,200m champion with a 10:55.90, the defending OHSAA 3,200m champion with a 10:29.80 and was 4th in the NBNO 5K with a 16:53.78.
India's Profile
Best time in a 5K race and in which meet?
My best 5k time comes from OCC (Ohio Capital Conference) where I ran 17:31.
Tell us how your summer training is going?
Since I recently ran at New Balance Nationals for track, my XC training has just begun. I'm glad to be back in a team focused environment.
What are your goals for the upcoming season?
This upcoming season I'm really looking forward to breaking into the national stage and running against some of the best girls in the country.
How long have you been running and how did you get started?
I've been running ever since 7th grade(going to be 6 years). Oddly enough, I was a softball player and my parents made me play a fall sport. So I chose the only non-cut sport that my middle school had to offer. Which just happened to be Cross Country.
Will you be competing anywhere out of state this season?
Many of the races Davidson XC will be attending are held in Ohio. As of late, we are competing at Trinity/Valkyrie Invitational in Kentucky. As well as, NXR held in Indiana and Footlocker Regional in Wisconsin.
What is your favorite course to run in Ohio?
My favorite course in Ohio is definitely National Trails Raceway (aka State or Pre-Season). The course stays very true to cross country standards.
What meet during the regular season do you put extra emphasize on to compete well at?
Looking into this upcoming regular season, I think as a team Davidson will focus on Trinity and Centerville. Both races with great competition. One has the best in Ohio, as the other will have the best in the Midwest.
What is your favorite cross country race so far in your high school career?
One of my favorite races would have to Saturday Night Lights at Centerville from last year. Such a great learning experience to race the best in Ohio. Also, nothing beats racing in the dark!
Favorite cross country memory?
I think my favorite and most memorable experience would be my sophomore year at state. Davidson was able to pull off a 3rd place finish that year. That was the highest finish for Davidson Girls XC since the Championship in 2002.
When you are not running what is your favorite thing to do?
When I'm not running I enjoy cooking, playing with my cat, drinking coffee, and being around friends.
Favorite quote?
"How high is up?"
"Dream big, dare to fail."
What shoes do you train in?
I train in Adidas Supernova Glides.
What shoes do you race in?
I race in New Balance LD5000 spikes
What professional athlete would you most like to meet?
Definitely Mo Farah, Kara Goucher, and Emily Infield!
What is something that most people don't know about you?
Something not many people know about me is I always wear mismatched socks when I race!
