Stephen Snider '14 Recruiting Profile
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Personal Statement
Hello! My name is Stephen Snider and I am a senior at Edmond Santa Fe High School located in Edmond, Oklahoma. From when I was little to now, I have developed a love for running; in fact, I look forward to a workout everyday. My goal is to maximize my running potential and get the best education at the same time. I hope to find a school that can match both of these aspirations and are affordable for me and my family.
I work hard not only in athletics, but in academics as well. I am an Eagle Scout and honors student. This year, all the classes that I am enrolled in are Advanced Placement. I have an unweighted GPA of 3.977 and an ACT cummalitive score of 29. I am also enrolled in the Francis Tuttle Pre-Engineering Academy, where I take engineering-specific courses, such as Principles of Engineering and Engineering Design and Development. As you can see, I take academics very seriously.
I am constatnly looking to improve myself. I work very hard and compete at the best of my ability. I am very coachable and willing to listen and learn. I do my best to show-up to every practice possible. When a coach offers feedback, I do not take it for granted; I take it as an opportunity to improve. I am constantly trying to find ways to improve myself, whether it is diet and nutrition, training, technique, and tactics. I promise that you will be able to count on me.
I hope to find a coach who will be willing to give me a chance to achieve my potential. I would like a coach who will be willing to treat me as equally as his other athletes, train me based-upon my needs, understand the importance of academics, be easy to communicate with, and act as a teacher and mentor. I would like to go to a school that offers some sort of four-year engineering degree or program, that is affordable for me and my family, and that is in a driving distance of one day at max. I look forward to communicating with you.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 8 years
- 2014 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 2nd Team All-Conference
Team Awards
- Conference Champs
- 2013 Varsity Team
Team Awards
- Conference Champs, Regional 3rd Place
- 2013 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- Captain, 2nd Team All-Conference
Team Awards
- Conference Champs, 7th at state
- 2012 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 2nd Team All-Conference, 2nd Team All-Region
Team Awards
- Conference Champs, Regional Champs, Carl Hawkins-Coach of the Year
- 2012 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- Varsity Letter
Team Awards
- Conference 2nd Place
- 2011 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- Varsity Letter
Team Awards
- Carl Hawkins, Coach of the Year, State Champs, Regional Champs, Conference Champs
- 2011 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- Varsity Letter
Team Awards
- Conference 2nd Place, 9th at State
- 2010 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- Varsity Letter
Team Awards
- Regional 3rd Place, 6th at state, Conference Champs
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 1 season
- 2013 runSwifter
- This was a club specifically designed to improve distance runners, not to compete at the Junior Olympics. Former Oklahoma Christian University head coach Mark Thompson was our mentor.
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Kurt Thomas
- High School Head Coach
- Carl Hawkins
- Club Coach
- Mark Thompson
Events
- Camp/Event
- Lion High School Invite
- 2/02/14 to 2/02/14
- Participated in the 1 mile run and the 3200 meter run. I ran the 1 mile in 4:54.71 and the 3200 in 11:24.53 with only 45 minutes in between both races.
- Camp/Event
- Rim Rock Classic
- 9/28/13 to 9/28/13
- Large event with three race divisions: the gold, crimson, and blue divisions. We raced in the crimson, placing 20th. Toughest course I have ever ran on, with steep hills and slick mud conditions.
- Camp/Event
- Midnight Streak
- 8/10/13 to 8/10/13
- An annual 5km road race that has a unique start time of 11:00 P.M., it was the final race in my training program under Mark Thompson. I placed 6th in the 16-19 division, 10th overall, in a time of 18:14.
- Camp/Event
- Chili Pepper Cross Country Invitational
- 10/13/12 to 10/13/12
- One of the biggest meets of the year in the region. Each year, over 80 collegiate and 120 high school teams participate.
- Camp/Event
- Oklahoma State University Cowboy Jamboree
- 9/29/12 to 9/29/12
- The oldest and one of the largest non-championship cross country race in America, this course is unique in that it has steps, giving it a European feel, and very hilly, making it one of the toughest courses I have ever ran on.
- Camp/Event
- Shocker Pre-State Challenge
- 4/12/12 to 4/13/12
- Ran in the 1st heat in the 4A-6A division of the 1,600 meter run, running a 4:52.44. I placed 2nd in the heat behind my teammate and 11th overall in the division. The team was awarded for best relays overall.
- Camp/Event
- Chili Pepper Cross Country Invitational
- 10/15/11 to 10/15/11
- First year participating in event. Over 80 collegiate and 120 high school teams participate every year.
- Camp/Event
- Oklahoma State Univeristy Cowboy Jamboree
- 10/01/11 to 10/01/11
- The oldest cross country race to date, my team placed 20th in the 6A division and I ran 18:22.02.
- Camp/Event
- Arkansas High School Invitational
- 1/15/11 to 1/15/11
- First ever high school track race. Ran in it mostly for experience. I ran in the 3rd heat of the 3,000 meter run in a time of 11:01.56. Our 1600 and 3200 relay teams qualified for nationals.
- Camp/Event
- Oklahoma State University Cowboy Jamboree
- 9/25/10 to 9/25/10
- First time running at event. Ran in the JV 6A division.
Training
- runSwifter
- 1 year
- Trained with Coach Mark Thompson, learning about various running topics and followed a training schedule leading to an increase in speed and elasticity.
- High School Cross Country and Track
- 4 years
- Trained originally under Coach Jeff Nemcock and now under Coach Kurt Thomas, I witnessed a dramatic increase in my overall fitness in the summer of 2011. Average mileage is 25-30+.
- Strength Training
- 4 years
- My coach incorporates circuit that includes medicine ball, core, upper body, and plyometric.
Statistics
| Event | 2014 Varsity Team | 2013 Varsity Team | 2013 Varsity Team | 2013 runSwifter | 2012 Varsity Team | 2012 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4x400M (Split) | 57 | |||||
| 800M | 2:08.97 | |||||
| 1600M | 4:54.71 | 4:56.20 | 4:49 | |||
| 3000M | 10:12.18 | 10:01 | 10:25 | |||
| 3200M | 10:55.46 | 10:13.07 | 10:37 | 11:01 | ||
| 5K | 17:32.74 | 18:14 | 17:17.9 | |||
| 4x800M (Split) | 2:09 | 2:10 | ||||
| 400M | 56.9 |
| Event | 2011 Varsity Team | 2011 Varsity Team | 2010 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 17:38.2 | 19:18 | |
| 4x800M (Split) | ? | ||
| 400M | 1:00 | ||
| 1600M | 5:07 | ||
| 3000M | 11:01.45 | ||
| 3200M | ? |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. I am enrolled in Advanced Placement courses, which are considered honors courses. At my second school, the Francis Tuttle Pre-Engineering Academy, I take Engineering-specific courses.Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. I have taken European and American History. This coming senior year, I will be taking Calculus AB, Physics C, English Literature, Spanish Language, and American Government and Politics.Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsEagle Scout, Oklahoma Honor Society, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, National Society of High School Scholars, Wolf of the Week, Perfect Attendance
- ActivitiesBoy Scouts of America, Mu Alpha Theta
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