Chaparral’s Auburn Hill is a do-it-all athlete who has been running track since she was in seventh grade.
The senior participates in the long jump, the 100-meter dash, the 100-meter hurdles, and the 300-meter hurdles.
“Auburn’s unwavering determination and dedication to excellence make her a fierce competitor and a role model for others,” head coach JC Zahradnik said. “She sets high expectations for herself and puts in the hard work to meet them, inspiring those around her to do the same.”
Despite track not being as big at Chaparral, Hill’s mindset for herself and for her teammates was to keep on improving in everything they did.
“Auburn’s outstanding leadership in both our school and community and her commitment to serving others make her a truly phenomenal individual,” Zahradnik said. “Auburn doesn’t just work hard when she feels like it. She works hard all the time in everything she does because that is who she is.”
For Hill, the hard work and competitive fire are precisely the legacy she will be leaving at Chaparral.
“To me, being a fierce competitor isn’t just about winning races or setting personal records. It is about always giving my best effort, staying focused, and pushing through even when things get tough,” Hill said. “It also means supporting my teammates and bringing a positive, determined attitude to every practice and meet.”
