Senior Sendoff: Ayanna Tolbert - Sparkman High School


High School: Sparkman High School

What was your most memorable meet and why?
My most memorable meet was the State Championship 2021. This was the first year that I made it for an individual event and winning the 7A girls 4x100 relay race.

Where did you face your biggest competition?
My biggest competition was at the state championship meet.

Out of all of your high school accomplishments, which stands out the most and why?
What stood out the most to me was during my freshman year on the track team I won the Jr Varsity MVP award. It was a great feeling getting the highest award.

If you could do it all over again, what would you change about your running career in high school?
If I had to do it over again, I would make my goals more realistic and attainable and not put too much pressure on myself.

If you could do it all over again, what would you change about your running career in high school?
What I will miss the most is bonding and competing with my teammates.

What were the most difficult obstacles you had to overcome during your HS Track career?
My most difficult obstacle I had to overcome was the fear of running the 400m. Once I put my mind to it I started to improve in the 400m.

What will you miss the most?
What I will miss the most is bonding and competing with my teammates.

Do you have any advice for younger athletes?
Alway do you best, be confident, keep pushing and never give up no matter what.

What are your post-high school or college plans? Who would you like to say thank you to?
After graduating high school I will be attending Tennessee State University majoring in criminal justice. I also plan on running on the collegiate level with the Tennessee State women track team.