Runs, Jumps, and Throws?
With only 2 days until the athletes are back on the track and in the field, it's time to shine the spotlight on another one of our student-athletes.
This individual is in their second year on Frostburg's track & field team. He runs, jumps, and has even tried his hand at throwing (although big brother, Christian may have some advice about that...stay tuned for that piece). He jumped his way into having one of the best long jump performances since Coach Luy has been the Head Coach and helped the 4x100m relay team qualify for ECACs. He accomplished quite a bit in just one year at Frostburg - lets see what his second year produces.
Our student-athlete spotlight is shining on sophomore, Shamar Nelson:
Name: Shamar Nelson
Year: Sophomore
Event: Sprints & Jumps
Major: Exercise & Sports Science
How did you get into XC/Track & Field?
My older brother did it in high school so my mom suggested giving it a try.
If you could do any other event, what would it be?
I would probably want to either high jump or throw the shot put
What’s your pre-meet ritual?
Eating candy before I compete
What’s your go-to warmup song?
Stronger by Kanye West
Best advice you’ve ever been given?
You can't win unless you learn how to lose
Favorite place on campus and why?
My favorite place on campus is the P.E Center
Do you have an athletic idol? Who?
Michael Johnson
Favorite place to compete?
Christopher Newport University
Favorite XC/Track and field memory?
Qualifying for ECAC in long jump
What is your favorite event to watch?
4X100
What’s the last book you’ve read for fun?
Life Is Not an Accident: A Memoir of Reinvention by Jay Williams
Favorite and least favorite workout?
My favorite workout is running the bleachers. My least favorite work is running anything over 300ms
What are your goals for the future?
Become an occupational therapist and living a great life
What achievement are you most proud of?
Being a part of the 4x100 team that went to ECAC
Stuck on a desert island what three things would you need/want with you?
My phone, Doritos, and Gatorade
Describe one thing about you that makes you unique.
My sense of humor
What actor would play you in a movie about your life?
Shemar Moore
