The Wrangler: What is it like to be on the Varsity Track team?

Oguntope: I haven’t been on Varsity for long, but it feels natural, for [lack of] better words.

The Wrangler: What’s one major difference between JV and Varsity and why?

Oguntope: The main difference between JV and Varsity is how you are treated by coaches. Coaches spend more time and effort on varsity kids because they have a chance of going to state.

The Wrangler: What or who inspired you to join the track team and why?

Oguntope: I think I inspired myself in the beginning, then my mother did. As I got older, I needed a stronger reason to continue my sport.

The Wrangler: Do you plan on continuing track & field in college? Why or why not?

Oguntope: Not too sure if I will be continuing track & field in college. My priorities have changed.

The Wrangler: How long have you been interested in taking Dual Credit classes?

Oguntope: Since junior year.

The Wrangler: What is it like being an athlete and in dual credit classes?

Oguntope: Awesome to be honest, because it feels like you are getting a real taste of a college lifestyle.

The Wrangler: What or who sparked your interest to take dual credit?

Oguntope: My old APUSH teacher sparked my interest to take dual credit classes.

The Wrangler: Would you recommend taking dual credit classes, and why or why not?

Oguntope: I would recommend taking dual credit classes or AP to anyone because once you pay the fee all you have to do is maintain a C and above to pass.

The Wrangler: With such a heavy workload and a lot of time being used, how do you manage to have time for yourself?

Oguntope: I set a schedule, make group chats with my peers, and prioritize my workload everyday.

The Wrangler: If you could look back at your freshman self or give advice to a freshman, what would it be?

Oguntope: I would tell myself that life only gets harder before it gets better and to make the best of what you got.