Local Runner Austin Rasmussen Shines at State Meet
Junior runner Austin Rasmussen made his mark at the state meet in Fort Dodge, finishing 102nd with a time of 18:13.8. Despite not hitting his target placement, his perseverance inspires Harlan residents and promises a bright future in running. Discover more about his journey!
Austin Rasmussen, a junior from Exira-EHK, recently participated in his first state meet at the Lakeside Municipal Golf Course in Fort Dodge, finishing 102nd with a time of 18:13.8.
After missing the state competition in his sophomore year, Rasmussen achieved his goal this season, much to the delight of his coach, Kevin Brown. He praised Rasmussen for inspiring his teammates with his dedication and hard work.
While Rasmussen did not place as high as he hoped, Coach Brown emphasized the significance of this experience, noting that it will help him grow as a runner moving forward. Brown remains optimistic about Rasmussen's potential for his senior season and believes that the lessons learned this year will motivate him to train harder in both cross country and track.
Harlan residents can celebrate local athletes like Rasmussen and their journeys as they strive for success.
For more details on Austin's performance and future prospects, check out the original article on Harlan Online: Harlan Online.
