Athlete Quotes - Men’s 3000M Steeplechase Prelims

Aaron Aguayo – Winner Men’s 3000M Steeplechase (Heat 1)

On his prelim race:
“Everything was great today. The field went out just as I expected it to.”
 
On Saturday’s final in the steeple chase:
“I’m looking forward to the final on Saturday. After missing the trials last year, I finally get to feel what it is like when you make it to such a big event. I’m going to try and run smart, I’m going to look to run with the guys that try to break away on the last three laps, and if I stick with them it is anyone’s game that last lap.”
 
Daniel Huling – Winner Men’s 3000M Steeplechase (Heat 2)
On his prelim race:
“I run well from the front. I wanted to get away and do as little as possible on the last lap. I felt good, felt relaxed.”
 
On preparation for Saturday:
“I will rest, get a massage, and an ice bath, but try not to rest too much. I am really excited for Saturday.”
 
On possibility of making the world team:
“I would love to make a world team. It has been a goal of mine for the last few years.”