Many high school athletes dream of playing sports in college and beyond, but only a small percentage actually get the opportunity to compete at the highest levels. For Alpine High School 2016 graduate Elena Cano, she is doing just that at the University of Alaska Anchorage. Born and raised in Alpine, Cano’s love of sports began early. At three years old she took up tee-ball, followed by soccer, then basketball in elementary school. In middle school, she joined every sport there was – volleyball, cross country, cheer, powerlifting, basketball, and what would truly define her stellar athletic career, track and field. After Cano competed in her first track and field meet, it took off from there. “If I can run now, and compete while I can, I will take the opportunity no matter what,“ she said. “That’s what my mindset has been. Sports has always been a part of my life. I love what I do.”
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