[dropcap]C[/dropcap]ompeting against top competition isn’t a new experience for incoming Lehman High freshman Nikayla Fitzergald.

When she began her track and field career at age 9, Fitzgerald had to prove herself as the only girl on her team. The experience, however, pushed her to improve her skills.

“It pushed me more to go faster and to compete,” Fitzgerald said.

Armed with that experience, Fitzgerald eyes a chance to hit the podium this summer as she qualified for the 2017 Ama...