Cole Fenhaus Breaks His School Record, Then Breaks it Twice More to Earn County Athlete of the Week Honors

Fayetteville track star Cole Fenhaus recorded a time of 10:32 in the 3200 meter run at a meet that was recently hosted by Fayetteville. This is the third time in a row Fenhaus has set a new school record in the 3200.

“He has great leadership qualities and he’s determined,” said Fayetteville head track coach Mitch Madden. “At every meet, I’ll ask him ‘What’s your goal?’ He’ll tell me what his goal is. The greatest thing is that he has the determination and dedication to make sure he hits those goals. So that’s why I’m so proud. His dedication and determination.”

Fenhaus’ consistent, elite workload has made him our selection for this edition’s Athlete of the Week.

How do you prepare for a track meet?

Answer: “It starts the night before. I try to get some good carbs in. I like to eat spaghetti before. The day of the race, just try to zone in and get ready to run to the best of my abilities.”

What’s your fastest time ever in a race?

Answer: “10:32 in the 3200 is my fastest time.”

How does track help you in other sports?

Answer: “I only do track and cross country, but since I run shorter distances in track and cross-country, it helps me get a bit more speed for cross-country season.”

Where’s your favorite place to run and why?

Answer: “Probably just through our town of Fayetteville because it’s just nice to see everyone out and I enjoy running through town.”

Who’s an athlete you’d like to meet and why?

Answer: “Eliud Kipchoge. He’s a really good distance runner. He runs marathons and he runs very fast times, so that’s why I’d like to meet him.”

Where’s your go-to place for food in Fayetteville?

Answer: “Orsak’s or Joe’s, which are the only two restaurants we have, but both of them make very good food.”

What’s your greatest memory during a track meet?

Answer: “Probably last year at regionals with my team. Winning it as a team and then some of us going on to the state meet as well.”

Which event do you prefer the most at a track meet and why?

Answer: “I like the 3200 the most because I’m better at the longer stuff than the shorter stuff.”

What cartoon did you like to watch as a kid?

Answer: “I liked Johnny Test a lot.”

What’s something that stands out to you about Fayetteville High School?

Answer: “How close everyone is and how nice everyone is.”

Fenhaus has set the bar high for Fayetteville track with his record-setting performances.