British under-20 male athlete of 2022 adds his name to Britains growing middle-distance strength
Its been quite a year for Ethan Hussey. At the World Under-20 Championships in Colombia, the 19-year-old took bronze in the 800m and came sixth in the 1500m. He also achieved PBs in both events (1:46.61 and 3:39.60) and is now looking to run even faster. To top it off he has been voted AW junior British male athlete of the year.
How good does it feel to have won this award?
Its an amazing way to top off the great season Ive had. Ive been reading AW since I was U11 and now Im turning 20 so I could never have hoped it would be me winning an AW award. It makes it so special.
Whats been the highlight of 2022?
The bronze in the 800m at the World U20s. Id already clocked sixth in the 1500m then to back it up with a medal at the end of the meet closed it off so well. It was nice to have something physical that showed all the hard work. But, also, this award completes a clean sweep for me winning every award I could so thats a pretty good feeling, too!
How do you build on this year? Whats the focus for 2023?
Its about building on the year and keeping my head down and train consistently throughout the winter. Slow progression is always important as we slowly get older and this is the idea heading into the under-23s this year.
Ill be giving the European Under-23 Championships a bash and hopefully grab a medal there and then see what happens if I can perform in the seniors after that. Seniors isnt the focus but would be an added bonus. If I can get close to a [World Championships] qualifying time Ill be really pleased. Its competitive within the British team so to throw my name in that hat will be a tough, but exciting job.
Ethan Hussey (Harry Shakeshaft)
Is there anything you would change about this year?
Run faster! I dont think Ive hit full potential yet so that is exciting. Im a glass half-full guy so Im pretty happy when I look at this year but I know I can go faster.
Who would you like to dedicate this to?
This award isnt just for me. Okay, I crossed the line but its an award for my team, my family, my friends, my coach, and everyone who has been with me along the way. Okay, you can say Ethan Hussey won this award but I like to say: Ethan Husseys team won this award. I just turn up to training and do as Im told!
Whats next?
I came out of the track season fairly satisfied so now Ill do some cross country and train over in the sun over the winter but ultimately I just want to go faster. Ive got a well-established team around me and we know what we are aiming for and I think Ive got the skills to get there.
"It might be Ethan Hussey's won this award but it's not just for myself but also my team, family and friends."@ethan_hussey44 voted UK male junior athlete of the year on how his support network helped him win a world junior 800m bronze medal
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AW (@AthleticsWeekly) December 17, 2022