By Emily Valdez Posted May 12, 2025
Sophomore Alyla Thomas is Student Athlete of the Week. Chosen by Coach John Guevarra for her hard work on the track, which shines through her records.
“She’s just been improving her times on the 3200 and 1600 meter runs every meet,” said Coach Guevarra. “So she’s just been excelling as a sophomore, so she’s been doing pretty well, she’s been improving every time, and taking places at each meet.”
Thomas feels honored to be noticed by her coach for her growth.
“I feel very honored to be chosen out of the many athletes,” said Thomas. “I like that I’ve accomplished things that I thought I wouldn’t have accomplished as a freshman.”
Thomas enjoys track for the self-satisfaction it gives her.
“I feel good after running,” said Thomas. “It feels like an accomplishment.”
Thomas’s key for running is to have a positive output.
“I envision how I want things to go,” said Thomas. “Mindset is key. If you say you can’t do it, you can’t do it.”
Thomas is hopeful for the future and plans to continue track into her college years.