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Avery Pearson, from Meadow Lake, Sask., signed a pro contract with On Athletics Club. After NCAA success, she aims for professional running in 2027. Pearson credits U Sports for her fitness and race experience. She moved to Colorado for NCAA, improving her 800m times.
Pearson trained under coach Sean Carlson, learning pro techniques. She moved to Boulder, adjusting to the team and elevation. Pearson started track during COVID, unaware of a professional path. She views her pro journey with patience, focusing on learning. Read more culture coverage.
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Avery Pearson, 800m specialist, joins On Athletics Club after NCAA success. Avery Pearson, from Meadow Lake, Sask., signed a pro contract with On Athletics Club. After NCAA success, she aims for professional running in 2027. Pearson credits U Sports for her fitness and race experience. She moved to Colorado for NCAA, improving her 800m times.
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Runner World published this brief on October 6, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated October 6, 2026.
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