Kuntz

Name: Dominic Kuntz

School: Central Cambria

Age: 18

Grade: Senior

Sport: Track and field

Athlete of the week achievement: Kuntz was named the Outstanding Runner at the Bellwood-Antis Invitational. At that meet, he anchored a first-place effort in the 3200-meter relay, won the 1600 in 4:36.22 and won the 800 in 2:05.27. He also helped the Red Devils win the silver in the 1600 relay. Later in the week, he helped Central Cambria beat Penn Cambria, 96-54. Finally, at the Mountain Lion Classic, he won the 1600 in 4:32.52 and won the 800 in 2:02.09.

Season update: Kuntz ran a season-best in the 1600 and a personal best in the 800 at the Mountain Lion Classic on Friday.

Coach Matt Miller’s quote: “Dom is a model athlete. He works hard, is a vocal leader and pulls up everyone around him. I’m so happy for all the success he’s having because no one is more deserving. Dom is truly a special runner.”

Favorite teacher: Mr. O’Brien

Favorite subject: Travel the globe

Favorite movie: “The Pursuit of Happiness”

Favorite food: Sushi

Favorite song: “Ventura Highway” by America

Outside interests: Fishing, hanging out with friends and family and working

Favorite professional team: Chicago Bulls

Favorite college team: IUP

Pro athlete most admired: Grant Fisher

Best athlete I ever competed against: Central Cambria teammate Ethan Haycisak

Most influential person on my athletic career: My siblings Nathan and Stella Kuntz

Proudest athletic achievement: Being able to step onto the track every week and represent the Central Cambria track program

How I got my start in track and field: My parents signed me up for a USATF affiliated youth track team, Mountain Top Track Club

Future goal: To continue to test my limits and grow to overcome whatever challenges I may face at the next level