Bio

Born and raised in Calgary, AB, I didn’t grow up deeply involved in any specific sport, but my dad’s passion for running, which he began about 15 years ago, gave me a solid understanding of the sport and its potential. My own journey into running only began consistently in March 2024, when I joined my dad for a Saturday morning run club—it was then that my interest truly took off.

Motivation has come from positive self-talk and seeing gradual improvements in my performance, but more recently, I’ve been driven by the memory of my high school sports medicine teacher, who passed away. She had a huge influence on me and encouraged me to join rugby at 17, a pivotal moment in my athletic journey. My short-term goal is to improve my ability to run in hot summer weather, something I’m still adapting to. In the long run, I aim to complete a 6 km race in under 30 minutes.

Outside of running, I enjoy reading, camping, hiking, and exploring new cafes around the city. Balancing my part-time job, classes, sports, and family life can be tough, but I’ve found that communication is key. Once the people in your life understand your commitments, it becomes easier to manage everything.

A fun fact about me is that I’m a barista at Deville Café, where I’ve worked for over a year and a half. My love for coffee has grown during my time there, and my pre-race ritual always includes a coffee the morning of a race—it gives me the extra boost I need to ease the nerves and get in the right mindset.