By Ava Vercellone – Staff Reporter 

Sofia Eckert is a freshman member of the Law girls track team who recently qualified for SCCs in the long jump. Advocate Staff Reporter Ava Vercellone interviewed Eckert about her first track season.

Ava Vercellone: What made you interested in and how did you decide to join the track team? 

Sofia Eckert: I initially was interested in track and decided to join because of my friends, but I started the long jump because that was the event my father participated in when he was in high school.

AV: How did you feel when you found out you made SCCs? 

SE: I was very shocked when I found out I made SCCs. I’m honestly super nervous as well as excited. 

AV: How is the track season going overall? 

SE: The track season is going well. I tried a variety of events and I’m learning to take constructive criticism better. My friends have been a huge help in keeping my head and confidence high. 

AV: What are your goals and aspirations for the upcoming seasons? 

SE: My goals and aspirations for the upcoming seasons are to make states and SCCs again.

AV: How are you preparing for SCCs? 

SE: I have been preparing for SCCs by training with my dad and taking tips from him.