SPC Eliud Rutto

800m

Hometown: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
High School: Legebet High School
College: Middle Tennessee State University
Joined Army: October 2015
MOS: 74D, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Specialist

Unlike some of his teammates, Eliud’s initial motivation for running had nothing to do with Olympic greatness. “It was the only way to get on a free trip in high school,” he admits. The sport appealed to him because an individual’s hard work is what earns success. He ran for Middle Tennessee State University, becoming a seven-time NCAA All American. Since joining the Army, he has continued to earn acclaim for his times in the 800m and 1500m events.

Hard work never goes unrewarded.

Career Highlights

2018 - 800m Qualifier, USA Indoor Track and Field Championship
2017 - 800m Semifinalist, USA Indoor Track and Field Championship
7-Time NCAA All-American

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