Outdoor
Track & Field V.27
April 17th, 2023

Khiryn Boyd
North Allegheny High School
Junior
100 & 4x1

When did you first become interested in track and field?
Honestly, my freshman year, it got fun once I started finishing in 1st place

How do you prepare mentally for a competition?
I talk to myself to try to stay motivated.

What is your favorite pre-competition meal or snack
Motts fruit snacks

How do you deal with injuries?
Tell myself it’s not that bad and do as much as I can too heal it.

What is your goal as a track and field athlete?
Help my school win as much as possible

How do you deal with nerves before a competition?
Honestly I don’t. I’m always nervous

What is your favorite track and field event to watch?
4x100

What is your favorite post-competition meal or snack?
Motts fruit snacks

How do you recover after a competition?
Stretch

What is your favorite track and field event to participate in?
100 meter dash

What do you think is the key to success in your specific event?
A great start

Pa Milesplit

This spring, Khiryn, a football superstar hailing from North Allegheny, is working on enhancing his speed by participating in Track and Field. Recently, he won the Wildcat Invitational's 100-meter dash, clocking in at 11.21. Given his impressive performance, it wouldn't be astonishing if he surpasses the 11-second mark in the WPIAL Championships in May. By taking part in Track and Field, Khiryn is not just improving his physical abilities, but also maintaining a competitive mindset that will benefit him on the football field during the upcoming season.