Lotte Zethof

Lotte's journey in the world of track and field commenced at a tender age. At just 6 years old, she became an active member of her local club team, AV Aalsmeer. Embracing a diverse athletic background, she initially dabbled in various disciplines, yet it was the running events where she primarily excelled in. By the time she turned 15, Lotte's focus had narrowed to mid-distance running, although her versatility remained evident through her participation in distance races, cross country, steeplechase, and long hurdles. This multifaceted skill set positions her as a strong performer within any team setting.

Furthermore, Lotte's affinity for the steeplechase surfaced in the subsequent year. Displaying her well-rounded athleticism, she also explored running 400m hurdles in 2022, achieving her standout performance in this event. Notably, Lotte secured an excellent 10th place finish at the Dutch National U20 Championships in 2022. Another highlight was her remarkable performance in cross country, where she placed 3rd with her team at the National XC meet and earned an individual 5th place.

Lotte's current personal bests:

- 200m: 28.49 (2022)

- 400m: 1:04.84 (2022)

- 800m: 2:28.54 (2022)

- 1500m: 5:03.17 (2021)

- 400m hurdles: 1:10.10 (2022)

Noteworthy among her attributes is Lotte’s natural speed, along with her unwavering dedication and enthusiasm for competitive running. She consistently invests maximum effort—both on the track and in the heat of competition—toward realizing her true potential in the sport. Coming from a family deeply rooted in track and field, Lotte’s family name is associated with this sport in her local community. Areas of improvement are her endurance and strength, but she also aiming to manage pre-race jitters that occasionally hinder her peak performance. The belief in her capacity to excel remains steadfast, given her commitment to rigorous training and growth in these areas.

Looking ahead to her time in the United States, Lotte aspires to evolve into a stronger and more confident athlete overall. Her aspirations span achieving personal bests across all events and extracting the utmost from her collegiate experience. Ultimately, her goal centers on becoming a self-assured and resolute athlete, performing at her absolute best for her college track team.

She graduated from the highest level of high school in The Netherlands (VWO) in 2021 and is currently enrolled in the 3rd year of her bachelor in Sociology at Amsterdam University, where her education is mainly in English. Her anticipated graduation date is set for the Spring of 2024. Academically, she demonstrates keen interest in fields such as Ethnic, Cultural, Gender and Group Studies, Sociology, and Criminology. For further insights into her academic pursuits, refer to the details section below.