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Xander Merkwan '24 Recruiting Profile

Yucaipa High SchoolYucaipa, CAMen's Track
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ClubThunderbird TC
Height5'7"
Weight130lbs
Age19
Primary PositionCross Country
Secondary Position3200M
Dominant HandLeft
3200M9:56.79
Distance & PR3 mile:15:31
1600M4:31.44
800M2:04.83

Video

Video of 2022 Highlights 2022 Highlights

Personal Statement

My name is Xander Merkwan and I believe I would be a great addition to your team,  because of my love for the sport, dedication, dependability, and my self determination.  I went into running with no background at all. Before falling into cross country I had played basketball for 6 years and was sure that was where my future was.  Until my mom pushed me to run. From that first day I was hooked.  Running allows you to be part of a team, but to also push yourself to excel until you think and feel you will break both mentally and physically.  It's the rush of all rushes! From my first season my goal has been the same, to represent  my team to victory and to be the best runner possible.   Being part of a college team is my dream.  I want to be a part of something bigger than myself. To be among other individuals who share the passion I have for running.  To help support them, as well as earn their support. Together we will push all limits. I strongly believe in being a team player. This means being a positive influence, loyal, hard working, committed and honest athlete.  For the past two years I have maintained a 3.8 to 4.0 GPA while being a member of our varsity cross country and track team. I was able to maintain this while attending three morning practices and five afternoon practices each week. I have been a member of  the California Scholarship Federation the past two years and believe strongly that my academics will lead me to my future careers goals and success. 

Athletics

High School Information

  • Years w/ Varsity
  • 1 year
  • 2022 Varsity Team
  • Individual Awards
  • 1st Team All-Conference, 3rd place in league
  • Team Awards
  • Conference 2nd Place

Club Information

  • Seasons of Club Experience
  • 1 season
  • 2022 Thunderbird TC

Coach References

  • High School Head Coach
  • Coaches J. Madrid, J. Carney, and R. Davis

Training

  • Weekly average 50 mile or more
  • 3 years
  • Records Kept on Strava

Additional Sports

  • Track
  • 3 years
  • Varsity Team
  • Best newcomer

Statistics

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Academics

Grades

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High School Information

StateCalifornia
Phone(909) 797-0106

Academic Accomplishments

Are you in honor classes?
No
Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. Psychology Junior College Kinesiology Course
Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
No

Awards and Activities

  • AwardsCalifornia Scholarship Federation, Principal's Honor Roll, and Scholar Athlete.
  • ActivitiesFellowship of Christian Athletes, Block Y letterman club, and Forensics/Speech and Debate

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