Excellence

It seems difficult to believe, but just over a year ago, most of the world didn't know anything about my cousin. Priscilla, as she's known to those of us who are part of her family, came from very humble beginnings ... even to the point of beginning her track career on a bet. She soon discovered that she was (and is) really good at it, especially in the field of 100m hurdles.

Since blazing onto the world screen at the 2008 Bejing Olympics, she has continued to make a name for herself in the world of Track and Field, competing all over the world, while she sets her sights on London, England (2012). Meanwhile, in her own words, every race is a new opportunity. Yesterday's race is already complete, and this is the only one that counts. This is a wonderful attitude to adopt, and it's part of the reason why she's able to concentrate so well on the techniques needed, and make them look so easy.

Last evening, she participated in the Festival of Excellence, a track and field exhibition which took place at Toronto's Varsity Stadium. Against a very competitive field, she came out on top with a time of 12.86 seconds.

Priscilla, we're all very proud of you, and we thank God for all that He is doing in and through you. With just two weeks to go before the Canadian Track and Field Championships, you're now number 1 in the country! Congratulations.