FAIRFAX,
Va.- This week's off
the course features senior Sean Nestor a native of Madison, Conn. where he
attended Daniel Hand High School. In the NCAA Regional Championships last
weekend, Nestor was one of the seven runners running for Mason, he finished 91st
overall with a time of 32:17.24.
GoMason.com:
Why
did you choose George Mason University?
Nestor:
My
strong interest in politics initially drew me to the D.C. area. As a high school recruit, I was also
impressed with the cross country program and Coach Gerard. Mason was an excellent balance between my
academic and athletic aspirations
GoMason.com:
What
are your goals for this season?
Nestor:
A
conference team title. We have a very
talented and dedicated group with a lot of depth and I believe we can make
great things happen.
GoMason.com:
Who
would you say you look up to the most?
Nestor:
My
biggest role model would be Pat Tillman, an All-Pro NFL Safety who retired to
enlist in the United States Army after the September 11 terrorist attacks. He turned down a multi-million dollar
contract the following season. Pat
Tillman gave up fame and fortune during the pinnacle of his career and made the
ultimate sacrifice serving his country.
His life is an inspiration that there are greater causes beyond oneself.
GoMason.com:
What
does your typical off-season training consist of?
Nestor:
Summer
training begins with a gradual build-up of "base" mileage, leading into
workouts that will prepare for the beginning of the season. By August my weekly mileage will range
between 90 to 100 miles.
GoMason.com:
You
run both cross country and track for Mason. Do you have a preference between
the two, if yes, why?
Nestor:
I
enjoy cross country more than track. Despite
being all in the same relative lengths, courses can be drastically different,
which creates a unique feel to every race
GoMason.com:
What
would you like to do after college?
Nestor:
As
a cadet in George Mason's Reserve Officer Training Corps, I will commission as
a second lieutenant and serve as an officer in the United States Army upon
graduation. I would also like to
continue running as a member of the all-army cross country team.
Sean
Nestor's Favorites:
Quote:
"Ask not what your country can do for you-ask what you can do for your
country" -John F. Kennedy
Movie:
A toss-up between Gladiator and Wedding Crashers
Food:
New York Sirloin Steak
