Jemarious Reaves of Lower Richland talks about his hurdling career as a Lower Richland track and field athlete plus the future.
Name / school and event personal bests
Jemarious Reaves/ Lower Richland - 110mh 14.48, 400mh 55.11
What was your most memorable race/competition?
The Coaches Classic meet because I broke the 55 second barrier in the 400mh.
Out of all your high school accomplishments, which stands out the most?
My improvement in every event.
If you could do it all over again, what would you change about your athletic career in high school?
I wouldn't change a thing.
What were the most difficult obstacles you had to overcome?
Myself.
What advice do you have for younger athletes?
Relax and trust your training, and outwork yourself from the last rep.
"To everyone who believed in me no matter who and Glory to God for giving me the strength to give my all everyday." - Jemarious Reeves
How have your coaches influenced your performances and your life goals?
Pushing me everyday and believing in my process.
What kind of impact did your family have on your time as a high school student-athlete?
A positive impact, and they were supportive.
What are your college or post-high school plans?
What do you hope to achieve after high school?
I wanna make it to the NFL.
Shout-outs?
To everyone who believed in me no matter who and Glory to God for giving me the strength to give my all everyday.
If there is one thing in the world you could do, what would it be and why?
Exactly what I'm doing right now.
