School: Norcross
Class: Senior
College choices: Currently thinking of Georgia Tech and East Carolina University
Favorite event: 400
Best Gwinnett track and field athlete not on my team: Lailah Green
Funniest teammate: Dejon Lewis
Favorite track shoes: Nike Air Zoom Victory 2
Worst track injury: Never had one, but I’d say twisting my ankle
Favorite meal after a meet: Pasta with dessert (brownies and ice cream)
App I use most on my phone: Facetime
Favorite teacher: Mr. Miller
Dream job: Dental hygienist
Noteworthy:
• First-team all-county selection last season
• State runner-up, region and county champion in the 800
Coach Nathaniel Brooks’ take: “Zhalay has been an incredible athlete for us the last three years. She has shattered multiple Norcross High School records. She deserves all the praise I can give her. She finished second last year at the state meet in the 800 mete... Click here to read full article
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