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Senior Spotlight: Paul Brauchle

Paul Brauchle is a senior and a member of the cross-country team at Orono High School.

What do you like most about being part of a cross-country team?

  • Hanging out with friends while getting in shape. 

Name two songs on your iPod that motivate you to run fast.

  • Basshead
  • Party in the USA

Which athlete do you look up to?

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  • Brain McCollar, Orono’s Cross Country Head Coach. 

Other than email and social media sites, what website do you check often? Why?

  • Raceberryjam, a site that lists races and results. 

So far, what is your biggest accomplishment outside of sports? Why was it important?

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  • Working this summer. It was important because it gave me an appreciation for hard work.

What do you plan to do after graduation?

  • Become a running bum.

In ten years, what is the one thing you hope to have accomplished?

  • Run an ultra-marathon.
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