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Name: Lanee Berkhimer
School: Central
Age: 17
Grade: Junior
Sport: Cross Country
Athlete of the week achievement: Berkhimer was first in a field of 161 runners in the Big Valley Cross Country Invitational hosted by Mifflin County on Saturday. She finished with a time of 18 minutes, 37 seconds.
Season update: Central will run its first dual meet on Wednesday against Bishop Carroll and Penn Cambria.
Coach Joe Bilka's quote: "Lanee Berkhimer is one of the best athletes I have coached. Her work ethic is unbelievable and a very coachable athlete. She not only runs with her feet but also with her brain. It is a privilege to be her coach.''
Favorite teachers: Mr. Horton and Mr. Waite
Favorite subject: Math
Favorite movie: "Alone'' TV series
Favorite food: Peanut butter
Favorite song: "Garden in Manhattan'' by Josiah Queen
Outside interests: Running, lifting, being outside and going to church
Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Penguins
Favorite college team: Penn State
Pro athlete most admired: Parker Valby
Best athlete I ever competed against: "The whole LHAC conference is filled with strong runners that makes for a great race.''
Most influential person on my athletic career: Dad
Proudest athletic achievement: Going to states and placing each year
How I got my start in cross country: "I ran a fun 5K and loved running ever since.''
Future goal: "Stay healthy and get faster while training to find out how fast I can be and where it will take me all in God's will and glory.''