Amanda Horton

Class:
Freshman
Hometown:
Mobile, Ala.
High School:
Faith Academy

AS A FRESHMAN (2010)
Competed in two races for UAB ... crossed the line at 25:30.91 in the Mountaineer Opener 5K hosted by Appalachian State ... recorded a personal-best time (24:48.52) at the 5K Samford Invitational.

HIGH SCHOOL
Attended Faith Academy in Mobile, Ala. ... ran track for three years ... coached by Chuck Miller ... also played volleyball for three years and basketball for two years ... member of the Beta Club.

PERSONAL
Full name is Amanda Nicole Horton ... born Sept. 23, 1991 ... daughter of Diana and Gary Horton ... has a brother, Eric Thomas ... plans to major in chemistry at UAB.

COLLEGIATE BESTS
5K: 24:48.52 (Samford Invitational - 10/9/10)