Personal
- Born in Provo, Utah
- Parents are John and Janene Petersen
- Majoring in school health education
Before BYU
- Lettered in track and cross country
- Named Arizona Star Student Athlete of the Week (2004)
- Member of the 2004 All-State cross country team
- Recognized as an Honor Roll Student
Other College
- Ran for Paradise Valley Community College
- Academic All-American
- Region champion in the 1500 meters (2006)
- National Champion in the 3000-meter steeplechase in 2006
- Eight-time All-American
- Graduated with high distinction (4.0 GPA)
Stats
Personal Best: 5000 meters- 17:40; 3000-meter steeplechase- 10:46; 1500 meters- 4:47; 800 meters- 2:19