Distance Runner · Fernandina Beach High School · Fernandina Beach, FL
Performance
| Event | PR | Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 800m | 2:10.26 | Track |
| 1600m | 4:43.87 | Track |
| Mile | 4:45.61 | Track |
| 3200m | 10:12.75 | Track |
| 5K | 16:46.5 | Cross Country |
| 4×800 Relay Split | 2:06 | Track |
Trajectory
College coaches want to see improvement, not just times. John William has shown consistent drops across every event from freshman to sophomore year — with his junior and senior seasons still ahead.
Academics
Community & Team
Multiple years leading Vacation Bible School, mentoring younger students in faith and community.
3 years of service building homes with Habitat for Humanity — work group leader in 2025, small group leader in 2026.
Official captain of the Fernandina Beach High School Cross Country team, setting the standard in training and competition.
Selected for FBHS's SGA leadership program that connects upperclassmen with incoming freshmen to support their transition.
2nd year serving on the FBHS Student Athletic Advisory Committee — giving student-athletes a voice in school athletic policy and culture.
About
I'm a junior distance runner at Fernandina Beach High School who loves competing, improving every day, and being part of a team. I'm a Nassau County Champion in the 1600m and 3200m, hold my school's mile record, helped set the 4×800 relay record, and still hold middle school records in the 3K track and 3K cross country.
I take the title of student-athlete seriously because both words matter equally to me. A 4.33 weighted GPA isn't an accident—it reflects the same discipline, consistency, and commitment I bring to every workout and race. I'm looking for a Division I program that values excellence in both academics and athletics.
Beyond running, I plan to pursue a pre-med track with the goal of becoming an orthopedic surgeon. I want to continue growing as both an athlete and a student while contributing to a team built on hard work and accountability.
In my free time, you'll find me fishing, on the golf course, or playing pickleball — pretty much anything outdoors. I also love spending time with family and friends, which keeps me grounded and reminds me why I compete.
Highlights
Get In Touch
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