Lower Richland's Isabella McKinney talks with MileSplit SC about her track and field career as a Diamond Hornet in this week's salute to seniors.
Name / school and event personal bests
Isabella McKinney / Lower Richland High School, shot put -33.2 and discus 118.6
What was your most memorable race/competition?
Regionals at Gilbert.
Out of all your high school accomplishments, which stands out the most?
Placing third in the state championship.
If you could do it all over again, what would you change about your athletic career in high school?
I would do more sports.
What were the most difficult obstacles you had to overcome?
Overthinking competition.
What advice do you have for younger athletes?
If you enjoy doing it let loose and have fun.
"Give necessities to schools that don't really have because every student deserves to have the education and the supplies to help be successful in life." - Isabella McKinney
How have your coaches influenced your performances and your life goals?
They have helped me stay on top of my grades.
What kind of impact did your family have on your time as a high school student-athlete?
I can be an influence on my little siblings.
What are your college or post-high school plans?
Go to a four year college and major in criminal justice.
What do you hope to achieve after high school?
I hope to become a criminal attorney and to live life the best way possible.
Shout-outs?
Coach Lucas, Coach Curnell, Coach Steward, coach Nesbit, My mother and God.
If there is one thing in the world you could do, what would it be and why?
Give necessities to schools that don't really have because every student deserves to have the education and the supplies to help be successful in life.