Steve Prefontaine was undoubtedly one of the gutsiest and most determined runners of all time. Most collegiate and professional runners have guts and determination, they give their all, and do their best. But Steve Prefontaine stuck out; he wasn’t just any great runner, he was especially gutsy. He once said, “A lot of people run […]
As a bilingual student, I’ve learned to give my best amidst adversity. Juggling to translate classes or not knowing how to order at a restaurant was tough on me. Back then, there were many instances when I would ask for extra help and step out of my comfort zone to improve my English and find
Some individuals are born with the natural ability to excel in sports. Without a doubt, one of these exceptional athletes was Steve “Pre” Prefontaine. From humble beginnings in the small coastal area of Coos Bay, Pre’s talent, determination, and grit took him to unimaginable heights. Pre and I are alike in that we both ran
Prefontaine was often characterized by his uncommon grit, dedication, light heartedness, and his ability to seemingly overcome any obstacle or challenge that came his way. Prefontaine’s quote of “To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the Gift.”, is the best and most appropriate way to summarize his ability and personality. I take
The Legacy of Steve Prefontaine I’ve grown up in Coos Bay/North Bend all my life. Steve Prefontaine, or better known as “Pre” will forever be one of the most talented runners to ever live in this area. I never had the privilege to meet Steve Prefontaine, but my grandpa did. He actually ran alongside Pre
“To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift” I wouldn’t say I’ve always loved running. My true love for running came when I was a third grader at Blossom Gulch. There was a teacher there named Mr. Edgar who every year did a presentation about a famous American long-distance runner named
“To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” Walking into Prefontaine Track every year on the first day of preseason, it’s always slightly jolting. Part of this is the first day jitters, but mostly it’s that I am walking in the gates knowing that I am entering a culture of greatness.
“A lot of people run a race to see who is the fastest. I run to see who has the most guts”. This quote goes along with my beliefs. I grew up always hearing that you have to want it more than the other guy and I took that idea to heart. In the six
