My name is Erin Hinsdale, and I am a 2027 graduate of St. Francis High School College Prep in Illinois, competing in my junior year of track and cross country. I run the 3-mile (XC) (17:01), the 800 meters (2:13), and the 1600 meters (5:05). In the 2024 track season, I anchored my team’s 4×800 meter relay, which won the 2A state championship and set the 2A state record. With a high focus on academics, my weighted GPA is 5.26, and I am currently studying to score highly on the ACT. By the end of the 2026 track season, my goals are to run sub-2:10 in the 800 meters, run 4:50 in the mile, and run under 17:00 for the 3-mile (XC) to lead my team to a state trophy. 

I love running track and cross country because I cherish the routine, discipline, and teamwork that comes with setting goals both for myself and for my team. The ability to accomplish these goals and to set bigger goals is where I find joy in it. I am apart of Captains and Chaplains, and I am proud to be a leader on my team to support my teammates both on and off the track or course.  

Outside of athletics, I strive to be my best academically as well. I am an active member of the National Honor Society, the Student Ambassador Leadership Team, Students Against Destructive Decisions Club, Debate Club, Culinary Club, and Art Club. I also teach Religious Education at St. Michael’s Parish School (SMPS) in Wheaton and help coach the track team at SMPS. Through my involvement in these groups, I have developed strong leadership skills, teamwork, and a passion for serving others in my community. I plan to bring these important lessons with me in the future and apply them to my life as a collegiate runner.  

I am excited to keep reaching towards my potential and to continue building resilience as a student-athlete. I am committed to finding a collegiate program where I can make a strong impact on the team and push my limits. For more information, please email me at erinhinsdale2027@gmail.com.