Presented by
Tyler Leach
LakeVille Memorial High School
Grade 12
Dedication, leadership, and perseverance have defined the athletic and academic career of Tyler Leach, a LakeVille student athlete, whose accomplishments span cross country, track, academics, community service, and extracurricular activities. A three-year team captain in both cross country and track, he earned Academic All-State honors for three consecutive years and was named All-State twice in cross country. He captured three Genesee County Division 3/4 championships, won the 2025 Lapeer County title, and currently holds the LakeVille school cross country record. He also helped lead the boys cross country team to its first-ever MMAC League Championship in 2023.
In track, he became a three-time MMAC champion in the 3200-meter run while earning multiple all-conference honors in both the 1600m and 3200m events.
Beyond school athletics, he represented Team Michigan in the 3000m at the 2023 USATF Junior Olympics at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, and competed in the AAU Junior Olympics in Des Moines, Iowa. Tyler also is an Eagle Scout, National Honor Society member, percussion line participant, and seven-year member of the LakeVille Clay Target Team. This fall, he will attend St. Clair County Community College, where he plans to compete in cross country and track.
What motivates you?
Representing my school and community, as well as my pride in my last name.
Who has been most influential in your life?
My coach, Nate Elston. Throughout my high school career he has pushed me to become the best version of myself. He has done so by putting in extra time to help me, encouraging me to go to camps, and expanding my network of other coaches and experienced runners.
Why did you pick the college that you did?
I choose to attend St.Clair County Community College because of the opportunities that are provided for my field of study and the amazing outlook of their sports teams.
What do you like to do to relax?
To relax I love to be outside whether I am playing golf, going for a jog, fishing, or walking. I just always decompress whenever I am outside.
What advice would you give to incoming freshmen next year?
Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there, you only get this time in high school once in your life, so enjoy it and make the best of it.
