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Sit & Kick with Simone Plourde: Her Rise in Canadian Middle Distance Running


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Simone Plourde may be new to the professional scene, but how she races and handles everything running would make you think she has been in the sport for decades.


Simone Plourde rose to recognition quickly in the NCAA while at the University of Utah. She finished 4th in the 3000m at NCAA Indoors, Pac-12 champion over 1500m, and earned All-American honors in the outdoor 5000m. It wasn't a perfect final year for the NCAA, but it was a perfect year for her to transition into the professional ranks, signing with Nike and UAC.


Her summer consisted of a podium finish at the Canadian Championships and representing Team Canada in Budapest at the World Championships. Even after the long year, she lowered her 1500m PR to 4:06.


Simone is well-spoken and articulate in how she talks about running, but not in the way you might think. She is a refreshing listen and we are sure her mindset and monologues will make you a fan of hers ahead of the Paris 2024.


Topics of the Episode include:

- Introduction to running and NCAA system/transfering Universities

- Decision to leave NCAA early

- Exceeding all expectations in 2023

- First World Championship experience

- Nike/UAC

- Fan Submitted

- BanterBowl


Disclaimer: Audio quality is lower than in previous episodes as Dave forgot his microphone cord and headphones but ordered a new set that will be ready for the next episode. Enjoy!


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