Kyla Leathers '22 Recruiting Profile

Wayne Hills High SchoolWayne, NJWomen's Track

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ClubIsland Express Track Club

Height5'4"

Weight130lbs

Primary PositionCross Country

Secondary Position1600M

Dominant HandRight

1600M5:22

3200M11:35

5K19:16

Distance & PR3200: 11:47

Video

2020 Spotlight

2021 Spotlight

Personal Statement

I am Kyla Leathers and I am a dedicated athlete searching for a college team, and coach, who will take me to the next level in my athletic career. I believe that running is more than just a sport but rather a way of life. Running has been a way for me to connect with and reach others. My passion for running came in 8th grade when I started running on my own for fun, which led me to competing in some local roadraces with my dad over the summer. My biggest strength is being self-driven, and my willingness to stand out has been what has pushed me to improve so much. It has not always been easy to be the try hard in a small town, especially when other people don't see your vision, but my determination and faith have persisted. I believe that my attention to detail and willingness to learn and grow from my challenges will be beneficial to any team looking for new runners.

Athletics

High School Information

Years w/ Varsity
4 years
2020 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
1st Team All-County, 1st Team All-Conference
2019 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
1st Team All-Conference, 2nd Team All-County
2019 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
, 1st place at , 2nd Team All-Conference, 2nd Team All-County
2018 Varsity Team
Team Awards
We got 2nd place at the Brett Taylor Invitational.

Club Information

Seasons of Club Experience
1 season
2014 Island Express Track Club (Elementary school)
I did one season of Cross Country before high school, which was in 5th grade. I didn't really understand, comprehend, or remember times of my races, and didn't develop an understanding of running, and until later in life. I wanted to be on a team in middle school, but unfortunately, we had to move, and there weren't running opportunities for kids my age in our new town.

Coach References

High School Head Coach
Jason Staggers

Training

CrossFit
2 years
I have been doing Crossfit since my freshman year of high school and I am very lucky to have this opportunity. Unfortunately, I was not able to do CrossFit for four and a half months during the coronavirus. I am at a new gym now and able to train again. Crossfit has helped me a lot with running.
Swimming and triathlons
2 years
I kickboarded regularly during an injury during my freshman year of high school. I swam regularly during the summers going into my sophomore and junior year. I did the 2019 Steelman Racing Triathlon my sophomore year.