XC Watchlist: Ben Potter (Falmouth HS)

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

I started running in 7th grade through the middle school track program at Falmouth. I came dead last in pretty much every race, but I had fun and I stuck with it

What has your summer training consisted of? How much mileage are you putting in?

Lots of runs with the other Falmouth guys - Benji and Logan have been champs this summer. Several of my teammates are hitting 40 and 50 mile weeks which is really encouraging. I think I've been hovering in the mid-50s 

What are your goals for the upcoming season?

Our goal has always been another state title. I think the squad has a lot of potential this year. Last year's team had some talented seniors like John Auer and Doug Cooke, and it's definitely gonna hurt to see them go. But with some new additions and another year of experience, I think we can make a splash this season.

What is your favorite workout?

An Alanna special with A1 sauce really hits the spot.

What did you learn from last xc season that will help you improve in 2019?

Always stake down the tents - we learned that the hard way last year.

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

Returning carts at Hannies is a great pastime.

Do you have any pre-race rituals or routines?

Hyperventilating 

Favorite quote?

"RIDE THE TRAIN" - Veilleux

 Snapchat or Instagram?

 Vine

 What shoes do you race/train in?

 Birkenstocks

 What professional athlete would you most like to meet? 

Tonya Harding

 What is your favorite food?

Korma Curry

One word to describe yourself?

Lucky

Potter's Milesplit Profile

 High School