Another piece to the Brooks PR Puzzle is middle distance runner Javon Patterson of Boyd Anderson High School. Patterson is a two-time Florida 4A state runner-up at 800 meters. He will compete in the 800 and brings with him a PR of 1:52.04 to the Brooks PR Invitational on Saturday, June 21st in Seattle.
When did you first learn that you were invited to the Brooks PR Invite and how did your react?
Patterson: My coach told me I was invited after she got an email. When she told me I was glad because of the competition that is going.
What does it mean to you to be invited to the Brooks PR Invitational?
Patterson: It mean a lot to me that I got invited to a big track meet like this.
What do you hope to achieve at the meet?
Patterson: I hope to to go under 1:50 at this meet.
What music do you listen to before races?
Patterson: I don't really listen to music before I run.
If you were stranded on an island with three things what would they be?
Patterson: I would take a knife, water, and a fire starter.
What would you consider as your best or most favorite race of all-time and why?
Patterson: The 800m is my most favorite race because it's a fun raced and is not like the 100 meters. You have to time to think about your next move during the races.
What are some things un-running related people might not know about you?
Patterson: I use to play soccer before an my coach asked me if I would like to try out for track and from there I knew I had the talent for this sport.
How has your training been leading up to the meet?
Patterson: My training has been going good. Practice has been a lot of me running against the clock.
What are you most looking forward about your trip, race, and weekend at the Brooks PR Invitational in Seattle?
What are you most looking forward about your trip, race, and weekend at the Brooks PR Invitational in Seattle?
Patterson: I'm looking forward to meeting new runners from all over. I'm also looking forward to having a good time It's a new experience to travel by yourself. As for the race I am looking to have a great race and run under 1:50 up there.
