UMD Athletics

GETTING TO KNOW LUCAS:
Why I Chose UMD: I chose UMD because there is a good science program here. I also really like the outdoors and its a beautiful city, with a lot of fun places and events that occur. The running up here I assumed would be very cool considering there's a ton of trails. 
Influences On My Athletic Career: My influencers would include my teammates and parents, my past teammates have formed me into the runner I am and my parents have been along my side every step of the way.    
What Most People Don't Know About Me: I have a double jointed jaw. 
Pre-Meet Ritual or Superstition: I eat peanut butter toast with a banana, and I also do a pre race prayer when I am warming up. 
Favorite Professional Athlete: Drew Hunter
Sport I'd Like to Try Someday: Cricket 

Lucas' Results

HIGH SCHOOL:
High School Attended: Elk River High School
Years Lettered/Competed with Varsity: 5 years
High School Highlights: Been to state 5 times between cross country and track, also participated two years in nordic. 
Head Coach: Michael Niziolek

PERSONAL: 
Parents: Adam & Stefenie Gustafson
Siblings: Joe Gustafson
Place of Birth: Coon Rapids, MN