-Athletes Name: Brittany Atkinson
-School: Liberty Center High School
-Year of Graduation: 2015
-Best time in 5k race and at which meet:
18:17 at 2011 Northwest Ohio Athletic League Championships
-Tell us how your summer training is going?
My training has been going very well, but very gradual. I'm coming off of an injury and I am slowly working my way back into things.
-What are your goals for this upcoming season?
This year I want to stay healthy and have the opportunity to compete at the state level.
-How long have you been running and what got you started?
I first began running in the 3rd grade as a hobby with my dad and I have loved it ever since.
-Will you be competing anywhere out of state this year?
I'm thinking about competing in Footlocker this year.
-What is your favorite course to run in Ohio?
My favorite course is the Tiffin Carnival because I enjoy the crowd and it is very challenging.
-What is the toughest course to run in Ohio?
Widewater because of the tough hills.
-What meet during the regular season do you put extra emphasize on to compete well at?
The Tiffin Carnival because of the great competition.
-What is your favorite cross country race so far in your high school career?
My favorite race so far in my career was the State Championships because my team won its first ever state title.
-Favorite cross country memory?
My favorite cross country memory is The Team Camp of Champs
-When you are not running what is your favorite thing to do?
My favorite this to do besides running is play basketball.
-Favorite quote?
"Sweat is just your fat cells crying"
-What's on your Ipod when you go out for runs?
When I run I like to listen to Katy Pery, Chris Brown, and Taylor Swift.
-What professional athlete would you most like to meet?
I would like to meet Samantha Prahalis because she is determined and hardworking.
Editor's Note: Samanthat Prahalis is a guard for the Phoenix Mercury of the WNBA. She played her college ball at Ohio State.
