October 8, 2019
When looking towards the future, the Yanek siblings have large goals. With the intention of making it to Nationals this fall with her cross country team, McKenzie is also looking further ahead. “The two things I’m most interested in would be pursuing my PhD in neuroscience and being a cross country coach,” she said.
As for her brother? “I want to become an All-American,” he said. “But if I could be a national champion that would be pretty cool, too.”
Even though Nick stays focused on his college career, he cannot help but set his sights on the Olympics. “If I were to have the chance to run the Olympic Marathon, I would totally pursue that dream,” he said.
The Yaneks continue running towards their dreams on and off the running courses…and their continued success reinforces the conclusion that the time for them to slow down isn’t coming any time soon.
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