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Buckeye Run Report
Girls' Conference ROW Nominees
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Who is the runner of the week?
Grace Buskirk
Beth Baker
Natalie Fouts
Joanna Jegan Jose
Grace Buskirk: The Big Walnut junior earned a commanding victory in the OCC Capital Division, winning by nearly 25 seconds with a time of 19:18 on a tough course.
Beth Baker: Facing a field loaded with top-level runners, the Upper Arlington freshman finished fifth in the Central Division.
Natalie Fouts: The Dublin Jerome senior and recent Syracuse commit dominated the Cardinal Division, winning the race by nearly a full minute.
Joanna Jegan Jose: In a race where few runners set personal bests, the Olentangy Berlin junior dropped her PR to 19:39 to finish fourth in the Cardinal Division.
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Joanna J is the coolest person I know. Everyone vote for her! SHE INSPIRES ME!!!!
Joanna Jegan Jose is more than a remarkable athlete as she’s a force of empathy and conscience. Beyond the track, she’s known for her kindness, her ability to make everyone feel seen and valued, and her deep sense of responsibility toward others. Joanna uses her voice to stand up for fairness and equality, never hesitating to speak out when something isn’t right. Her compassion extends far beyond her circle — she volunteers, listens, and learns, striving to make her community a more understanding and inclusive place. What makes Joanna truly special is that her strength isn’t just in her stride — it’s in her heart, her courage to care, and her unwavering belief that kindness and justice can run side by side.
Joanna Jegan Jose isn’t just an outstanding runner, however, she’s an inspiring person too. She carries herself with quiet confidence, kindness, and humility that make everyone around her better. Whether she’s encouraging a teammate during practice or pushing herself in the final stretch of a race, Joanna leads by example. She’s deeply focused, yet always grounded; competitive, yet full of grace. What truly makes Joanna great is her heart — her determination to grow, her positivity even in setbacks, and her genuine care for others. She doesn’t just chase times; she lifts everyone’s spirit with her drive and warmth.
Joanna Jegan Jose stands out as a truly exceptional runner — not just for her time, but for her resilience and consistency under tough conditions. On a day when few athletes managed to improve, she pushed beyond limits and set a personal record of 19:39, showing remarkable mental toughness and dedication. Her ability to perform her best when others struggle reveals a rare combination of discipline, endurance, and composure. Joanna isn’t just fast — she’s relentless, focused, and built for challenges. That’s what makes her better than anyone else: she thrives when the race gets hardest.
Natalie Fouts is the most honest, hard working, true to self person I know! She puts family 1st. This girl has running in her heart. Fly girl fly!🏃🏻♀️