BABSON PARK, Fla. (July 10, 2020) – Get to know some notable Webber International University cross country and track & field alums and how Webber has impacted their lives today.

Next up on our countdown is Brandon Scott, a native of Lake City, Florida, who attended Webber from 2010 through 2013.

Scott was a three-time national qualifier in cross country during his time at Webber while his men's track & field team finished as The Sun Conference runners-up in 2012. Additionally, he is fifth all-time time on the Warriors' top-10 list for the 8k, running a time of 25:36.0 at the NAIA Cross Country National Championships in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in 2011.

We hope you enjoy our Q&A with Brandon Scott below:
 
What brought you or what attracted you to Webber in the beginning?
A: A mixture between the orange groves and meeting the real, close knit family in the Webber staff.
 
What years were you at Webber?
A: Fall 2010 through Fall 2013.
 
What accomplishments did you or your team reach during your time at Webber?
A: National votes as a team at the end of the 2013 cross country season. Second place team finish at The Sun Conference Championship in 2012. Three-time National Championship qualifier in cross country.
 
What accomplishments have you had (either athletically or personally) since leaving Webber?
A: I took a few years' hiatus from competing, but I have a half marathon set in the future with the possibility of attempting a fast marathon.
 
What do you like to do during your free time / what are your hobbies?
A: I love to hunt and fish on my free time. I believe it's being outdoors with nature that drew me to running before I even knew that I liked to run.
 
When did you start your career in track & field and why is it important to you? What do you think separated you from other athletes growing up or when you got to Webber?
A: I started my career in track & field in the Spring of 2007. I have always loved competition. If I didn't have competition directly, I made up something to push for. The desire to be better and to try to never lose certainly helped me progress fast in this sport.
 
What were your goals when you were at Webber, and what steps did you take to try and meet your goals?
A: My goals were to qualify for nationals every chance I had, and I got there three times. I also wanted to make it to nationals as a team and to become a better runner. We all trained as a team and worked hard as a team. Doing the little things such as form drills, strides, stretching, core, etc., can make a big difference.
 
What challenges you the most about performing at the highest level in your sport?
A: Not letting times define myself. Running faster doesn't happen overnight, and I find myself expecting to constantly improve.
 
What does it mean to you to be a Warrior?
A: Someone who does the right thing, that keeps their integrity and never quits from giving their absolute best.
 
Do you have any favorite memories from your time at Webber that you would like to share?
A: I loved the comradery we had, which made for fun overnight trips and long drives. Moments before my first national championship cross country race, Coach David Andrews talked to me personally, telling me to not make this race just an experience and to make it a memory. He spoke very powerful words that helped calm me just before running a personal record at that race that I didn't beat again. Its memories and relationships that I love in this sport. 
 
Is there anyone you would like to thank for your opportunity to compete at Webber or for helping you get to where you are today?
A: I'd like to thank all my coaches and teammates while I attended. From Coach Ormsby and Coach Andrews to the trainers we were lucky to have.
 
Could you share some advice to future Warriors?
A: Always try to be a better you than you were yesterday. Also to only compare you to yourself; everyone is different.