Ayden Barajas
SPORT: Cross Country
MAJOR: Pre-Physical
Therapy
HOMETOWN: Peru
Accomplishments: This is my first year doing cross country and I am doing better than expected.
Who are your inspirations?
Kevin Rynke, Mr. Leynaud, and my mom.
What has been your favorite or most memorable moment in your sport?
Crossing the finish line after my first race.
What are your plans for after your sports career at IVCC?
Graduating from IVCC and attending NIU to pursue my dream of working in a Physical Therapy setting.
What is your favorite inspirational quote?
“You can do anything you put your mind to. NO MATTER WHAT!” – Erik Garcia
What is your go to pre-race song?
“The World Is Yours” – Nas
Meghann Ostler
SPORT: Cross Country
MAJOR: English Education
HOMETOWN: La Salle
Accomplishments: At the end of last season, I was doing a 10 minute pace for a 5k and now, after training the whole summer, I can do an 8 minute pace for a 6k. Our first race this season I got fourth overall and first for our team. I also ran 10 miles for the first time.
Who are your inspirations?
Tatiana Serna is probably my biggest inspiration. She’s on the XC team with me and she basically trained me over the summer. She has worked hard despite having a hip injury and continues to keep the team motivated. She has the mindset to run cross country; she’s determined, resilient, and overall, an inspiration to me.
What has been your favorite moment in your sport?
One of my favorite memories is having dinner with the girls on the team after practice. We started doing this last year and continued it this year. It is always so fun, and we have all become friends rather than just teammates.
What are your plans for after your sports career at IVCC?
I plan to graduate from IVCC in the spring and transfer to ISU next fall.
What is your favorite inspirational quote?
“The only limit to the height of your achievements is the reach of your dreams and your willingness to work hard for them.” -Michelle Obama
What is your go to pre-race song?
“Iris” by The Goo Goo Dolls