On Friday, April 27, 2018, Council Rock South seniors Kristy Boyd and McKayla Kelly were recognized for committing to continue their track and field careers at the collegiate level. To view photos of the event, please visit the Photo Gallery at the following link: https://solsports.zenfolio.com/p767698196 (Photos by Diana Leferovich)
Kristy Boyd – Rider University (Track & Field)
Major: Early Childhood Education
Reasons for choosing Rider: “Close by, amazing campus, amazing track team. Good school program.”
What was the progression that led you to competing in track and field at the collegiate level? “Last year I decided I wanted to continue track and do it in college. Track has become a big part of my life. I enjoy track a lot and couldn’t imagine not doing it in college.”
Coach Deric Lynch says: “I am very happy for Kristi Boyd. Because of an injury, she was not able to compete this season, but I’m glad things worked out for her at Rider. I think the potential is there with more experience to be a 5-8, 5-9 high jumper. I think she is someone that’s going to blossom in a program where she can really work to her potential.”
About Kristy:
Favorite food: Mac ‘N Cheese
Favorite movie: Safe Haven
Favorite music: Pop
McKayla Kelly – University of the Sciences (Track & Field)
Major: Exercise Physiology
Reasons for choosing University of the Sciences: “Small campus, big city. Offered programs to help me reach future goals. New track program.”
What was the progression that led you to competing in track and field at the collegiate level? “A college coach reached out to me about joining. I focused on becoming better and worked for the college I wanted.”
Coach Deric Lynch says: “McKayla really got into the sport this year and made a commitment. I saw incredible gains in her throwing ability, and I believe that now that she has confidence in herself she’s going to blossom in college into a really good thrower, especially when she develops her strength. I expect both McKayla and Kristy to do huge things in college, much like several of our former athletes like Shannon and Allison Taub.”
About McKayla:
Favorite food: Cheeseburger
Favorite movie: Silver Linings Playbook or Goon
Favorite music: Alternative
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