Mason Ferlic's Dual Pursuits: Olympic Steeplechase and Aerospace Engineering

Ferlic balances elite athletic training with advanced studies, aiming for both Olympic success and a future in space.

Mason Ferlic, a steeplechaser and aerospace engineer, competed at the U.S. Olympic Trials.
Ferlic, who has a master's degree in aerospace engineering, aspires to become an astronaut.
Despite a hamstring injury, Ferlic remains focused on future competitions and his academic pursuits.
Ferlic's training blends scientific rigor with an intuitive approach influenced by his former coach.
He is also considering a transition from steeplechase to marathon running.