Lehigh University Athletics
2009-2010 Men's Track and Field Roster
Ken Burgess
- Position:
- XC/Distance
- Class:
- Senior
- Hometown:
- Moon Twp., Pa.
- High School:
- Sewickley Academy
- Major:
- Journalism
Why Lehigh? “I decided to attend Lehigh because it has one of the best academic reputations in the country. Along with receiving a first class education, I was also able to fulfill a dream of running at the Division I level.”
Three year letterwinner…finished in top 35 at 2008 Patriot League Championship…finished in top 60 at NCAA Division 1 Mid-Atlantic Qualifier…2008 Patriot League Academic Honor Roll…posted a top 30 finish at 2007 Patriot League Champsionship…placed ninth at 2007 Lehigh Valley Championship…finished second in the 3000 at the 2008 Covert Classic…placed third in 15000 at the 2008 Lehigh – Lafayette outdoor dual
Burgess on Utesch: “The coaching staff is like a family. They are caring of your needs and are supportive. They also strive to bring the best out of every athlete in the program.”
Personal: Son of Cynthia and Rodney … has a brother, Stephan (12) and a sister, Alexis (9).
CAREER BESTS:
3000m (indoor) –
1500m (outdoor) – 4:00.68
3000 steeple (outdoor) –
5000m (outdoor) – 15:16
