U.S. Elite International Track & Field, Inc.
Ambassadors and Testimonials
Read about our Athletes Matriculation to College and their Accomplishments
Kevon Brown, University of Mary
"The end of high school for most students is usually marked by festivities and exchanging of contact details with long time friends. Although most students have looked forward to that day for several years, they typically have trouble dealing with the sudden change. Another event with striking similarity and possibly even greater importance that occurs around the same time as high school graduation is the process of applying for, getting into, paying for and attending college. This is possibly one of the greatest challenges any high school student will face as far as their future career is concerned. There are always steps; and hidden steps to be followed, and in the case of an international student- athlete like myself, rules, regulations and requirements to be met and followed.
My dream, since I started high school was to further my formal education in college, a feat that no member of my family had achieved. As a track and field athlete in high school, the prospects of attending college in the United States on scholarship were real. However, as my high school years drew to a close, I realized that it was an even more daunting task than I had ever imagined. On the recommendation of a former coach and mentor, I sought the help of the US Elite Liaison International program. The mission of this organization is to help international high school students like me find scholarships to continue their education and athletic careers in the United States. I was soon to find out that US Elite was willing to do far more than this.
Almost as soon as I became a part of the US Elite International Liaison program, I was introduced to numerous college track coaches in the US. Several of them made offers but in the end it was my present coach, Mr. Mike Thorson who offered me the best opportunity to continue my formal education and track and field career at his school, the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota. Helping me to find a scholarship was not the only task of US Elite as I was in constant contact with co-founder of the organization, Ms. Keishia Thorpe. She familiarized me with the necessary rules and regulations of the college sports governing body, NCAA, as well as US immigration prior to my arrival in the United States. Her numerous phone calls, emails and instant messages to me provided valuable information about classes, college housing, dressing for the weather and tips for my daily and hectic track workouts.
In the early parts of my very first year of college I was injured to the point that at times ambulation was only possible with the aid of crutches. It was the treatment suggestions made by Ms. Thorpe of US Elite and not those of my school’s Athletic Trainers that coaxed my legs to be able to run a few races in the latter part of the year. At present, US Elite is giving me the opportunity to use one of my greatest talents. In my 13 years of primary and high school in Jamaica, I always was a leader and was looked up to by my peers. US Elite has designated me as a mentor to high school students with intentions of studying and doing track and field in the United States. This does not only give me an opportunity to help others but also enhances my ability to deal with my peers in a professional manner.
**September 29, 2010
My dream, since I started high school was to further my formal education in college, a feat that no member of my family had achieved. As a track and field athlete in high school, the prospects of attending college in the United States on scholarship were real. However, as my high school years drew to a close, I realized that it was an even more daunting task than I had ever imagined. On the recommendation of a former coach and mentor, I sought the help of the US Elite Liaison International program. The mission of this organization is to help international high school students like me find scholarships to continue their education and athletic careers in the United States. I was soon to find out that US Elite was willing to do far more than this.
Almost as soon as I became a part of the US Elite International Liaison program, I was introduced to numerous college track coaches in the US. Several of them made offers but in the end it was my present coach, Mr. Mike Thorson who offered me the best opportunity to continue my formal education and track and field career at his school, the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota. Helping me to find a scholarship was not the only task of US Elite as I was in constant contact with co-founder of the organization, Ms. Keishia Thorpe. She familiarized me with the necessary rules and regulations of the college sports governing body, NCAA, as well as US immigration prior to my arrival in the United States. Her numerous phone calls, emails and instant messages to me provided valuable information about classes, college housing, dressing for the weather and tips for my daily and hectic track workouts.
In the early parts of my very first year of college I was injured to the point that at times ambulation was only possible with the aid of crutches. It was the treatment suggestions made by Ms. Thorpe of US Elite and not those of my school’s Athletic Trainers that coaxed my legs to be able to run a few races in the latter part of the year. At present, US Elite is giving me the opportunity to use one of my greatest talents. In my 13 years of primary and high school in Jamaica, I always was a leader and was looked up to by my peers. US Elite has designated me as a mentor to high school students with intentions of studying and doing track and field in the United States. This does not only give me an opportunity to help others but also enhances my ability to deal with my peers in a professional manner.
**September 29, 2010
Anna Kay Edwards, Livingstone College
"I just wanted everyone to know that preparations for school for fall 2010 was a success and would not have been possible without God who worked through the members of the U.S. Elite Program. They were of tremendous help to me. I now attend Livingstone College in North Carolina. Also I participated in my first cross country meet on September 11, 2010 where I was placed 2nd in the females, section."
**Sempember 16, 2010
**Sempember 16, 2010
Dicoda Waugh, University of District of Columbia
"While attending high school in Jamaica and competing as a track and field athlete, I saw many of my teammates go off to college on a track and field scholarship. This gave me hope that when I graduate, I too may be able to receive a scholarship to further my education. This was however not an easy task, but with the help of the U.S. Elite International Liaison Program I was able to receive a full scholarship to the University of District of Columbia. I received valuable information from the Directors, which made me aware of what steps I needed to take in order to complete all necessary forms and documentation needed to attend college in the United States.
Throughout my years at college I have been in constant contact with Ms. Thorpe, and I have been able to receive valuable advice whenever needed. I have achieved academic excellence and have made the Dean’s List every semester since I began attending the University of District of Columbia. I am currently a senior and will be graduating in May 2011. The U.S. Elite International Liaison Program has helped me tremendously, and I am extremely grateful for the assistance and mentorship that I have received."
**December 12, 2010
Throughout my years at college I have been in constant contact with Ms. Thorpe, and I have been able to receive valuable advice whenever needed. I have achieved academic excellence and have made the Dean’s List every semester since I began attending the University of District of Columbia. I am currently a senior and will be graduating in May 2011. The U.S. Elite International Liaison Program has helped me tremendously, and I am extremely grateful for the assistance and mentorship that I have received."
**December 12, 2010
Tyra Cooper and her Power Twin, Slated for South Carolina State Univ. Fall 2012
