As we countdown to the 2013 CARIFTA Games in The Bahamas, www.islandstats.com will be spotlighting the Athletes who will represent Bermuda. Today with we highlight Quaashie Douglas, Born September 27th, 1998.
Q. How did you first get involved in Track and Field?
A. I first got involved in Track and Field during my years at Prospect Primary School. My gym teachers whom were Mr. Bill Euler and Mrs. Mariam Smith discovered that I had a natural talent in running and encouraged my parents to put me in a running club so I could advance. I joined Pacers running club which led to many track and field events.
Q. Did you have a particular Track idol?
A. Yes, Usian Bolt because he always does a PB, he has a good running form for speed and his always confident in his races.
Q. When did you realize that you wanted Compete Internationally?
A. I realized that I wanted to compete internationally when I witnessed the thrill and excitement on some of the other runners who had competed internationally and represented Bermuda. It’s a different feeling, a very proud feeling when you represent your country internationally.
Q. What would you describe as your strongest discipline?
A. My strongest discipline is maintaining a good diet 90% of the time and drinking plenty of water. It’s very tempting to have the foods you shouldn’t eat during training and competing.
Q. Which do you feel needs the most improvement?
A. My biggest downfall is my mental strength. If I continue to improve in this area, I know I will be running past my comfort zone and at my peak level.
Q. What one moment in your Sport to date are you most proud of?
A. One moment that I was extremely proud of was at the National Championship 2012. I was competing against local and foreign competitors. I competed in the 1500m and I felt very strong and confident. I ran beyond my comfort zone and ran a PB.
Q. What are your goals for the rest of 2013?
A. My goals for the rest of 2013 are to run a PB at the 2013 Carifta Games in the 1500m and 800m. Also I look to get more international exposure both competition and training.
Q. Can you give an insight into an average week of training for you?
A. An average week of training is 4-5 days a week for a maximum of two hours consisting of speed work, endurance, strength work and stretching.
Q. Did you compete in the 2012 Carifta Games at the National Sports Center?
A. No, I did not compete in the 2012 Carifta Games due to a pulled hamstring that restrained me from competing.
Q. What do you do when you’re not taking part in Track and Field?
A. When I’m not taking part in track and field, I’m usually doing school work and/or spending time with friends and family. I used to play netball with Bluebirds Younguns, but now I only focus on Track and Field. I still support Bluebirds by watching some of their games and they also support me in my running.
Q. You are the president of BNAA for one day, what drastic changes do you make?
A. If I was the president of BNAA for one day, I would implement more seminars/workshops with professional athletes/coaches for our teenage athletes to keep them more involved and committed to track and field. I noticed as we get older, the local competition decreases.
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