TUSCOLA, Ill. (WCIA) — As Josiah Hortin leaps into his college journey, he’s discovering the lessons of life extend well beyond the starting line.
Before he donned the Louisville uniform, Hortin made waves by clinching a trio of state titles during his senior year at Tuscola back in 2024.
In his latest season, Hortin etched his name into Louisville’s records by achieving a top-ten standing in the indoor 800-meter, which coincided with celebrating his first college victory in the event. Transitioning from high school to the collegiate track hasn’t been entirely smooth, but Hortin reflects that each hurdle is a learning opportunity.
“In high school, there’s constant guidance from your coach every day. But college is a different realm where you have to navigate largely on your own,” he explained. “Adapting took me about a year, which is common for many freshmen. There’s a new training regime, perhaps more mileage and workload, plus juggling classes and the independence of meal prep. It’s a collage of changes you need to embrace.”
Notably, the Cardinals secured a top-tier finish, ranking within the top ten, in both indoor and outdoor ACC Championships, marking a strong team performance.