Hometown:            Overland Park, KS    

Education:             BS in Community and Regional Planning from Iowa State  

Occupation:           Planning and Demographic Research Coordinator for Blue Valley School District

Discipline:             Triathlon       

Strengths:                  Tremendous willpower J

Category:              triathlon age group

Years Racing/training:          3 years total

2008 Objectives:       IM ARIZONA!  Will also do my first half-iron distance in June, IM Kansas.  The rest of the season is tbd…

Favorite race/event:     My favorite race remains to be Pumpkinman in Boulder City, NV.  It’s difficult, runs like a well-oiled machine, and holds a special place in my heart.  And hey, I only fell twice on my bike that day. 

Admirable Athlete:        Laura Bennett

Unique information or story about you: I have never broken a bone, had braces, or had glasses…knock on wood. 

Most embarassing (race/training) moment:      I’m not easily embarrassed…but I did fart in my friend Ali’s face once while we were both bending over in a TA.  Priceless, but I wish it would have been someone I didn’t like. 

Results/achievements I am proud of:         I’m proud of doing some “firsts” during 2007 – My first half-marathon and first marathon.