Blessings Pongo, Track and Field

Deemed the “fastest kid at Kirkwood Elementary School” by his teachers and peers, Blessings Pongo has been known all his life for his speed. Pongo hopes to contribute that speed to the City High program this spring.

Although he doesn’t run in the off season, Pongo has thought about joining a local track club to develop his speed and become stronger for the school season.

Despite the fact that speed is typically thought of as something you’re either born with or you’re not, competitors like Pongo understand that what makes a good runner extends beyond natural ability.

“Running the right way and doing what my coaches tell me based on how I should run the race or relay really helps me a lot.”

Pongo will join sprinters like Zach Jones ‘18 and Max DePrenger ‘19 on the track in a few months, and Pongo hopes to be right up with them. He has his sights set on accomplish big things during his time here at City.

“Before I graduate is just to be remembered as one of the best athletes to do this sport and also my other goal is to at least break one or more school long time track record.”