By: Kyle Auger
Sports Editor
The track team requires great personal commitment and is one of the most successful teams at WA, however they are often under-appreciated for their triumphs.
This successful team is made up of talented individuals. One of the most notable athletes is senior Brendan Sullivan, who has been tearing through both WA school records and Massachusetts state records alike. Sullivan’s main event is the pole vault, where he has been breaking the most records, however the senior also is talented in multiple hurdle events.
“I’ll fill in any events Coach needs help with. Except distance. I hate distance running,” said Sullivan.
Despite Sullivan’s many accolades, he still has miles to go to catch his father, an extremely talented track specimen during his hay day.
“My dad used to coach track at the Airforce Academy and was an alternate for the 1984 Olympic decathlon team so I guess I just kind of wanted to try out what my dad did,” said Sullivan.
Along with being one of the most talented members of the squad, Sullivan is one of the captains as well.
“I just try helping the kids who actually want to get better. Especially at pole vault, we are all helping each other out working on form and proper technique,” said Sullivan.
As captain, he is extremely optimistic facing this year’s season and has been watching younger athletes, especially athletes who participate in pole vault. With Sullivan leaving after this season there is sure to be a void of sorts, but Sullivan thinks the underclassmen beneath him will work together to fill his absence.
“Dillon McGee is looking very good at pole vault. He got a new p.r. [personal record] yesterday [Wednesday] at 10 feet which was great because he almost made it to the class meet and he’s only a sophomore. Tristan Lee is also good; he’s only a freshman and already placing in multiple events,” said Sullivan.
With their talented leader, the track team is sure to impress and looks like they have a bright future to take the torch and lead the team to success.
