Mandy Wirtjes  (a.k.a. “Mandoo”)

Years in High School C.C.:  4

What is the grossest thing you have ever done in public?  I’m really not that gross. . .but I have had some massive burps that were probably gross!

What athlete do you most admire and why?  Katelyn Bastert amazes me because she is so fast and so nice!  Also, Michael Jordan because he worked so hard to get to where he is and is AMAZING!  I want to meet him!

What would you like to accomplish this cross country season?  Top 5 in State as a team and run my best at State for once!  (Hopefully under 20:30!)

What is your favorite meal that your mom fixes?  Ha-ha! Not my Mom. . .DAD cooks the best chili, meatloaf, potato soup, fried chicken, fish, etc.  He’s basically a chef!

What was your most memorable birthday?  Why?  When I turned 4 and got my first sweet swing set!  I was so excited!

If you were trying to convince someone to join the Tremont cross country team, what would you tell them?  (Editor’s note:  Mandy writes almost as much as Parker!)  I would have to say that it is a blast and the running is worth it.  It’s so rewarding to accomplish what your mind says you can’t, and to defeat your mind and your competition!  It takes time and hard work from you, but the team is like one big happy family who loves you.  As if that isn’t enough, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team coached by one of the best there is:  Mr. Lynn.  He cares so much about how you perform and does everything in has power to make you better.  Also, he helps you become a better, more successful person in life.  You will be amazed by the powerful and positive impact he has on you.  You couldn’t find a better coach.