Lily Shahan
Belle Vernon
Senior
Events: Javelin, Discus, Shot Put
Favorite Invitational: Baldwin Invite
College Fall 2024:John Carroll University
How did you first become involved in track and field?
I’ve always had a strong throwing arm when I played softball and football. I figured that if I was good at these other sports, I should do pretty well in throwing.
What is your favorite event to compete in, and why?
My favorite event to compete in is javelin. Since my first practice, I have naturally been better at it and have had more fun with it.
What are your goals this season?
My goals for this season are to break my school’s record and to qualify for the state championships.
What is your favorite track and field memory from your high school career so far?
My favorite memory has to be throwing my most recent javelin personal record (PR) at the Norwin Last Chance meet. I was extremely excited since I surpassed the state qualifying mark.
What do you enjoy most about the sport of track and field, both in terms of training and competing?
I enjoy that I am competing both against other athletes and myself at each meet. I am always pushing myself to better my personal record (PR) at practice.
Track and field events can be highly technical. Can you discuss the importance of technique in your specific events and any adjustments or improvements you’ve made to enhance your performance?
Throwing is a lot more technical than I had originally thought. Before I started throwing, I thought that arm strength was the most important aspect. Now, fixing my technique is the most crucial part of my throw. I’ve adjusted my blocking foot to enhance my performance.
The WPIAL AAA girls’ javelin field graduated eleven seniors in 2023. Belle Vernon senior Lily Shahan looks to repeat as a medalist, aiming for a higher placement on the podium with a career personal record. Lily started the 2024 season with a personal record last weekend at the TSTCA championships held at West Mifflin High School, with a throw of 126-10. I see her building off this momentum and hitting the 135+ mark by May to set herself up for a top-three finish at the WPIAL Championships at Slippery Rock University.
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