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Lucy Westlake leaves Naperville North with no regrets, a personal best at the state meet, and gratitude. ‘Every race felt like a gift.’

NABJ Black News & Views

Posted November 11, 2021

As a senior, in the final race of her high school career, Lucy Westlake responded with the greatest performance of her young life.

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Lucy Westlake leaves Naperville North with no regrets, a personal best at the state meet, and gratitude. ‘Every race felt like a gift.’

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