Ken Burgess

Position:
XC/Distance
Class:
Junior
Hometown:
Moon Twp., Pa.
High School:
Sewickley Academy
Major:
Business

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.”

Posted a top-30 finish at the 2007 Patriot League Cross Country Championship … placed ninth at the 2007 Lehigh Valley Championship … finished second in the 3000 at the 2008 Covert Classic … placed third in the 1500 at the 2008 Lehigh – Lafayette outdoor dual … scored an 11th place finish in the 3000 at 2007 Patriot League indoor championships … ran 2006 Paul Short Run in 26:11

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) – 8:51

1500m (outdoor) – 4:00.68

3000 steeple (outdoor) – 9:45

5000m (outdoor) – 15:16