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Falcon Cross Country Runner Leads Team

Colby Mosshart is motivated to succeed.

cross country runner Colby Mosshart recently led his team at the Berry Invitational with a finish time of 17:39. This outstanding performance, and his continued motivation to improve, is what makes Mosshart this week’s Dacula Patch male athlete of the week.

Coach Chad Harrison said Mosshart is a four-year letterman who has been a member of the state team since he was a freshman.

“He is a hard worker who pushes himself and other runners to get better with every practice,” Harrison said. Mosshart also excels at balancing school, practice and work, Harrison added.

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Harrison expects 2011 to be an exciting year for both Mosshart and his teammates.

“With four (four-year) seniors, we are hoping to have a good season,” Harrison said. “As the fastest of the bunch, I'm looking forward to Colby's senior year.”

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Player Stats:  Personal Record (5k) 16:48, ran over 750 miles this summer.

Player Achievements:  Top Dacula runner at the Berry Invitational, running a time of 17:39.

Upcoming Meet:  Gwinnett County Championship - Saturday Sept. 17

For more information about Mosshart and the DHS Cross Country team, visit their website.

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