XC Watchlist: Nick Dall Waterville HS

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Aug 31, 2016

XC Watchlist: Nick Dall

School: Waterville HS

Year of Graduation: 2019

2015 State Meet Finish: 14th in Class B 17:36.96

Tell us how your summer training is going?

Its been an adjustment from last year as I was not very serious about training, nutrition, and stretching. This year I've been getting more consistent and I'm excited to finally start racing again!

What are your goals for the upcoming season?

Sub 16 in the 5k and a top 3 finish at states.

How long have you been running and how did you get started?

I started running at age 6, my grandmother signed me up for my first race. I believe it was a pumpkin run in Yarmouth.

Will you be competing anywhere out of state this season?

I'm hoping to make it to New England's and possibly run Footlocker Northeast.

What is your favorite course to run in Maine?

Belfast for sure!

What is the toughest course to run in Maine?

Twinbrook, the rolling hills really wear you down. Unfortunately last year at the State meet I was sick so it was even more challenging.

What meet during the regular season do you put extra emphasize on to compete well at?

Post season races.

What is your favorite cross country race so far in your high school career & favorite cross country

memory?

I would have to say leading my team to the KVAC title as a freshman was my favorite memory. Up until then Waterville had not won for over 30 years, so it was special to share the win with my teammates.

When you are not running what is your favorite thing to do?

Either Video games or Basketball.

Favorite quote?

"When life knocks you down you can choose whether or not to get back up"

What shoes do you race/train in?

I like to train in a variety of shoes. Hoka Clifton 2s, Saucony Kinvara 7s, and Nike Structures. I race in Nike Zoom xc 3s and Saucony Kilkenny xc 5s.

What was your favorite Olympic Moment in Rio?

My boy Centro winning gold in the 1500! I was jumping up and down the last 100 meters.

What professional athlete would you most like to meet?

The King LeBron James.

What is something that most people don't know about you?

I actually play basketball in the winter instead of indoor. I'm not sure about this year but we'll see!