Update: Crumblish won the individual TAPPS 3A state title Saturday, running a 12:58. She took the lead toward the end of the race and won by 11 seconds. "It was really fun," Crumblish said. "I actually enjoyed myself during the race. There were people in front of me, and I really had to race."

Pre-race jitters: Crumblish still feels freshman jitters before races. So older teammates help calm her down, and Crumblish says a prayer at the starting line.

Shopping: Crumblish enjoys working out and spending time with her friends, especially at the mall. Her favorite stores are Abercrombie and Fitch and the Nike Factory.

Olympic dreams: Crumblish is unsure of what she wants to do in the future. But she wantsto become the best athlete possible. "Right now," she said, "it's go to the Olympics and just continue running throughout my life."

Loves cross country because: "I like bonding with my teammates – meeting and bonding with new people. When we run, we talk about what went on with our days."

Mark Dent