"Liam has been a varsity cross country athlete for the past four years and has been an amazing leader for the team this year. He leads by example and has shown the team the value of hard work and consistency." - Daniel Betz, Coach

Student Name

Liam Devore

School

University High School

Grade Level

Senior

Sports

• Cross Country
• Track & Field

Stats

5K: 17:21

"The achievement I am most proud of is running 20 miles in preparation for my upcoming marathon later this month."

What's one goal you're currently working towards in your sport?

"One goal I am currently working towards is going to state with my team."

Describe your worst sports performance. What did you learn from this experience? 

"My worst sports performance was being beat by a wrestler my freshman year. I learned that even if you're having a bad day, you still need to work your hardest."

Who are your role models in your sport or life, and how have they influenced you? 

"My two coaches are role models for me. They've pushed me and helped me run faster than I thought possible."

How do you balance sports with other responsibilities like school or work?

"I balance sports with my other responsibilities by taking breaks."

What are your career or college plans after you graduate high school? 

"My plans after I graduate high school is to pursue a path in Radiology."

What advice do you have for younger athletes who want to join your sport?

"Advice I have for younger athletes who want to join cross country is to go to summer practice."

Do you have any funny pre-game rituals or superstitions that you stick to?

"A pre-game ritual that I have is that I only eat pasta before a race."

If you were to participate in a talent show unrelated to your sport, what would your act be?

"If I were to participate in a talent show unrelated to my sport, my act would be naming every Jimmy John's sandwich while blindfolded."