Sara East is a Senior on the University of California-Berkeley Track & Field Team who specializes in the 100 and 200 meter sprints. East was initially recruited by many colleges for her abilities in gymnastics as she was a multi State Champ in the all-around and vault events. However, due to a shoulder injury she was forced to retire from the sport. Subsequently, as a junior in high school she joined her high school's track team and made significant improvements over the next two years. 

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These improvements caught the eye of many coaches including the one at her current school. Conveniently, East already had intentions of attending the university as she had gained admission academically.  East's athletic talent and adaptability in multiple Olympic sports is unprecedented and her talents in academics allowed her to gain admission into Cal without the need for athletics at all. It's clear that East is a well-rounded athlete equipped with resilience and work ethic that enabled her to be successful across many different fields. 

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* Originally published on August 27, 2022, by 2aDays Staff