Pepperdine University Athletics

HIGH SCHOOL: Graduated from Seabury Hall, a private school located in Makawao, Hawaii, in 2025 ... Was a four-year varsity letterwinner in cross country and track ... Was a four-time Maui Interscholastic Athlete of the Year ... Helped the Spartans win an HHSAA state title in 2024 after the team placed second in 2023 ... Qualified for the HHSAA Track and Field Championships in all four years ... Best finishes at the state meet came during his sophomore year, when he placed fourth in the 3,000 meters and eighth in the 1,500 meters ... High school personal bests include 4:10.17 in the 1,500 meters and 9:18.87 in the 3,000 meters. 

PERSONAL: Born in Santa Fe, N.M. ... Son of Yesha Brighton and Felice Knox ... Has two older siblings, Elijah and Maya ... Plans on majoring in computer science ... Career goal is to work at a big software firm ... Chose Pepperdine for "its strong academics, stunning coastal campus and the tight-knit community that supports both personal growth and professional development."

FAVORITES: Enjoys surfing, hiking, mountain biking and swimming outside of running ... Favorites include Cole Hocker (pro runner), FC Barcelona (pro sports team), Hardest Geezer: Mind over Miles (book), White Chicks (movie), Breaking Bad (TV show), Rebel Souljahz (musical artist) and soccer (sport besides running) ... Enjoys running because "the mental toughness it builds and the sense of unity with teammates. Pushing limits together creates a bond like no other."