1. Name: Kim Van Kempen

2. Year of Birth: 1988

3. Sarnia ASW Club member since: December 2003

4. School: St. Clair Secondary School

5. Graduation Date: 2006

6. Events and Personal Bests: 100m-12.47, 200m-25.99, 400m-1.03.

7. Major Achievements: Competing at OFSAA all four years of high school. Winning OFSAA gold for the 4x100m relay in grade 9 (2003). OFSAA bronze in the 4X100m relay, 4^th in the 200m, and 5^th in the 100m at OFSAA, 2004. Another achievement was being able to compete in the 100m, the 200m and winning bronze in the 4X100m relay at OFSAA 2005. Also, in the summer of 2005, achieving bronze at OTFA’s in the 100m with a pb of 12.47. Competing at OFSAA 2006 in the 100m and 4X100m relay. Winning track MVP, for the past four years, at St. Clair.

8. Why did you start participating in Track and Field: I started participating in track and field because sprinting is something that I really enjoy.

9. What does participating in Track and Field mean to you: Being dedicated, competitive and training to be the best runner that you can be.

10. To what do you attribute your improvements in the sport: Dedication, coaches and my parents

11. What is the highlight of your athletic career:  Some Highlights of my athletic career, so far, would be competing in the Canadian Junior Championships as well as meeting new people and competitors, who share the same interests. Also, competing at OFSAA for each of my four years of high school.  
 

12. Future Goals: College diploma.

13. Plans after you finish running: Continue to run and stay fit.

14. Inspirational quote: Don't settle for being good, when you dream of being great.