It was a good day for track at Hayward Field

Good Morning all!

I would just like to say I am so excited about the way things are going. Who would have thought I would end up at a meet that I grew up watching on T.V. Who would have thought that I would rub shoulders and share the same space as some big names, and long time greats of track and field. I recently competed in the first of hopefully many Nike Prefontaine meets. It was a wonderful experience. Hayward Field is beautiful and the crowd was absolutely amazing. Not only do I feel good about my performance, I also got a chance to see history. The amazing Maria Mutola cruised to an amazing 16th win in the 800. That was wonderful. I also witnessed Brad Walker and his amazing vault that broke the 8 year old American Record. The crowd went absolutely crazy after that! It was amazing, simply amazing.

It is so great to go to a meet with lots of interactive fans. I ended up second in the meet. I jumped 6.85. It was nice to fly again. The training and the treatment I have been getting was much needed. Like coach told me, I needed a tune up. The next step is the U.S. Trials. I just want to stay focused for that and give a great performance. I truly believe that my competing at Hayward Field was a definite plus for the Trials. I have a certain amount of familiarity with the track and the area. I like familiarity. Some people gain excitement and energy from new tracks and new sites...Me, I like to know what I am getting into! Well My nose will be to the grind. Training smart, getting ready to make the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team!! Beijing, Here I come!!

This meet proved to be a test in more ways than one, I can say, I deserve a passing grade. I won't say an "A", But its close! I will sign off now, my 6:40 plane should board soon!

See ya Soon Funmi K. Jimoh

Comments

[zoie blodget]

Hi Funmi!

We miss you and support you 100% !!!!!!!

Much love and hugs and kisses.....

Zoie
Cliff
Britney
Michael
Ky...........

[zoie blodget]

Hi Funmi!

We miss you and support you 100% !!!!!!!

Much love and hugs and kisses.....

Zoie
Cliff
Britney
Michael
Ky...........

[Patty]

Good luck this week at the Trials!!! Wish I could be there to be your personal photographer again, especially as I have no doubt you will be AWESOME!!! I believe in you and your ability to fly.

Patty