Nevada freshman sprinter Magdaline George has been inspired by Olympic gold medalist Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, who motivated her to pursue her dream of becoming a sprinter. George, originally from Nigeria, moved to Nevada with the support of her brothers to further her career and enhance her skills in track and field. Despite initial challenges such as adjusting to the weather and food in the US, George has excelled on the track, setting records for multiple events in both indoor and outdoor seasons.
George’s coach and teammates have praised her talent and dedication, with head coach Shantel Twiggs noting her rapid improvement and potential to break school records. George is currently preparing to compete at the NCAA West Preliminary, with her sights set on reaching the Olympic benchmark time for Paris this summer.
Teammates and coaches describe George as an uplifting and inspiring presence, with teammate Halyn Senegal highlighting her exceptional speed and positive personality. George aims to continue improving her times and hopes to qualify for the Olympics, setting high standards for herself in each meet. As she prepares for the upcoming competition, George remains focused on her goals and is determined to achieve success on the track.
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