Blue Devil Athlete Spotlight: Edward Siaw (Boys' Indoor Track)

 

Senior indoor track runner Edward Siaw started running during his freshman year of high

school.  The lifelong Leominster resident said he had always loved running, and was also

inspired by his sister Julian, a four-year track athlete and a 2018 LHS graduate.  

Edward said he has come to truly appreciate the sport and everything it has to offer.  

“The community at other schools, even at higher levels of competition is always welcoming and supportive,” Edward said.  “I have so many track friends outside of Leominster and I'm thankful to say so.”

Boys’ indoor track coach Cathy Harris, who also coaches the outdoor track team, said she is excited to see Edward back in action after the cancellation of the outdoor season last year due to the pandemic.  

“He is a senior and has worked hard all four years,” Harris said.  “He’s a very talented runner and has proven that he has the ability to get the job done.”

Edward said he has learned a lot about being humble from his coach.

“At the end of the day the only person you are chasing is you,” Edward said.  “My coach always reminds me how important it is for me to focus on improving my own personal records and to not levy my athletic value to that of others.” 

Edward said he has enjoyed being a part of the LHS track program for the past four years.  

“The teams here at LHS always have a competitive edge which drives every athlete I know to be better at what they do,” Edward said.  “This is one of the biggest things that personally keeps me going and working hard.”

Edward is the Senior Class Vice President, a member of National Honor Society, and also is involved in Student Council.  

Edward said his favorite class at LHS was Theatre Arts.

“A great class where I became introduced to everything that makes performance so great,” Edward said.  

Edward said he had two favorite teachers.  

“An easy tie between Mr. Oxford and Mr. Noviello as my favorite teacher,” Edward said.  “Two great teachers who enjoy their jobs day-in and day-out who both demonstrate passion for teaching students.”

Outside of school, Edward enjoys coding.  

“I think it’s a great thing everyone should learn considering how there is so much easy access to resources which are free,” Edward said. 

Edward plans on studying Mechanical Engineering at a four-year university next fall, and hopes to continue running as well.