A shout out to a class act and a person I consider a friend for everything that you’ve done in your competitive career. : : It’s been a privilege to capture your career as a pro in various venues around the world. You were always composed when it was time to talk to the media, and you were always gracious with your time. : : More than the numerous national titles & the Olympic medal, I appreciated you sharing your knowledge with the younger athletes on the various @usatf national cross country teams over the years. : : Most importantly, I will never forget that night in Bydgoszcz after earning a team medal at the @iaaf_athletics world cross country championships—“Wine is on Magda!”, and the celebration at that wine bar that night with the team and staff members. : : So happy that you got to go out on your terms, and I look forward to seeing you in your role as a coach for the @bowermantc : : #thankyoushalane : : All photos copyright ©, Paul Merca, except photo 10, © Howard Lao, @howlao...