Jason Mitchell
Athleticism can’t be acquired easily; it demands relentless effort, practice and skill, separating the strong from the weak. Senior TJ McElrath exemplifies all these qualities as a multi-sport athlete at Poly as well as a cornerstone of each of his teams. Whether in football or on track, McElrath dominates any competition he faces. Specifically, when it comes to track, his extreme speed has made him victorious among the masses. With a time of 22.13 seconds in the 200m event, McElrath broke both the school and Prep League records, which were set 25 years ago. At Cal State Los Angeles, McElrath will take his athletic and academic success to the next level. We do not doubt that he will be a formidable force on his new track team. As McElrath transitions to college, we can’t wait to see what he does on the field and in the classroom.