By Hayden Swope

Gretchen Hill, a track athlete, is involved in numerous extracurriculars at Chapman High School and to prepare for the 2023 track and field season, Hill trained with other sports and spent time in the gym. 

“I prepare for a season by going to the weight room every summer,” Hill said. “The stronger and more athletic you become the easier it is to excel in your chosen sport. I also go to the track and work some technique and throw to better prepare myself for the season competition. During the season I have a weight class that makes sure I get a lift in.”

Besides track and field, you’ll find Hill all around Chapman helping out with a club or playing another sport. 

“During my four years of high school I have been involved in volleyball, basketball, wrestling, track, archery, and managing sports,” Hill said. “Specifically football and wrestling. Sports have been a huge part of my life along with Tri-M and National Honors Society. Both sports and these clubs have taught me how to be a good citizen and to be hands-on and active in my community. They’ve made me a better person and I’m glad that I have been involved in them.”

Hill plans to continue helping people even after high school, and has hopes to head into the medical field. 

“My future plans are to go to Washburn to get a degree in Radiology,” Hill said. “It will be very rewarding to help others get back to health as quickly as possible. I love science and helping others so there isn’t another better fit.”