Westminster Academy junior Ebony Brown scored key points for her squad at the 1A State Finals. Brown was second in the triple jump with a new personal best of 35-6.75. She also pr'ed in the 200 with a time of 25.29 and a fourth place showing, and was sixth in the 100 meter dash. She was also a pivotal leg on the bronze medal 4x400 meter relay team. Denise Spann caught up with Brown who is a versatile athlete that can do anything from the triple jump to the 300 meter hurdles.
How did you get into the sport of track and field?
My parents started a track club when I was around seven years old and I've been doing it ever since!
What were your goals at the beginning of the season?
As a team and the new girl at Westminster (transferred from Calvary Christian), I definitely wanted us to win the team title. For myself, I just wanted to get on the podium in all of my events and set some school and personal records in the process!
What was your favorite moments this season?
My favorite moment so far has definitely been the track parties at our coaches house and bonding as a team. As a girls' team, it's important to keep all relationships close because without a team, we can't win.
Who do you look up to in the track and field world?
My favorite athlete is Allyson Felix by far. She has such a good heart,and continues to amaze and inspire me because she does the 100, 200 and 400 like me!
Do you look to up to any high school athletes? If so, who?
I look up to Keturah Orji. She is a high school triple jumper from New Jersey who has jumped over 44 feet.
What is your favorite movie?
My favorite movie is Just Go With It!
What do you do when you’re not running?
When I'm not running I am doing homework.
What is your favorite wild animal?
I love lions which just so happens to be my school mascot.
If you could live anywhere besides Florida where would it be?
I'd probably choose California because I’ve never been there. I’d love to experience the west coast and meet a few Hollywood stars.
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