Desiraye Osburn-Speer -- SteepleChic

[1972Shocker]

Desiraye Osburn still running. Has added the SteepleChsse to her events.

http://steeplechics.com/images/07usafinals1a.JPG

http://steeplechics.com/steeplechics.php?id=59

Personal Motto/Favorite Quote(s):
"The difficult I can do, the impossible is just going to take a little longer."

Something People Don't Know About Me: I never won a state title in cross country or track in high school, however I was a 2002 Class 2A Kansas State Weighlifting Champ.

Has their ever been a Shocker who improved more from high school to the end of their college career than Desiraye? Maybe, but I don't know who that would be.

[WuDrWu]

I am a huge fan and really looking forward to seeing if she can qualify for the Olympics in this new event for women.


Given her track record (pun intended) I wouldn't bet against her.


Best of Luck Desiraye!

[1972Shocker]

Desiraye has to be a 1st ballot Shocker Hall of Famer doesn't she?

[WuDrWu]

I took in a few hours of the KTW today and really enjoyed the competition. It's a shame the weather was so poor. I would love to see a real high quality track meet in Wichita every year.


Watching the athletes I recalled Desiraye's efforts in the PanAm games last year (4th place finish) and I checked one ranking that has her 7th right now.


If all goes well she will be running in the Olympic Trials final with a chance to represent her country on July 3 in Oregon.

[goshox74]

I heard Desiraye is injured and not going to be competing at the Oly Trials this year. Too bad. :(