In 2012 Geoff Harris won the Canadian National
Olympic Trials, qualifying him for the 2012 London
Olympic Games. In London he proceeded to run a
personal best in the first round, advancing him to
the Semi-Finals. His first Olympics saw him finish 17th overall, an improvement of 20 places ahead of his ranking going into the Games. 2012 was his most successful year to date with 10 of his all -time best performances, and his first National Championship Gold medal. Geoff’s rise to the elite international level over the last five years has resulted in him competing for Canada on six National teams, and in dozens of international races.
the Semi-Finals. His first Olympics saw him finish 17th overall, an improvement of 20 places ahead of his ranking going into the Games. 2012 was his most successful year to date with 10 of his all -time best performances, and his first National Championship Gold medal. Geoff’s rise to the elite international level over the last five years has resulted in him competing for Canada on six National teams, and in dozens of international races.
Geoff began his ascendency to the top middle
distance ranks in 2006, when he was ranked as the
fastest junior in North America. However, his career
has not been without challanges; after an injury
plagued 2010 and 2011 season, Geoff was able to
bounce back in 2012 to achieve two of his long time
goals: 1) becoming a National Champion, and
2) representing Canada at the Olympics. The
future holds a wealth of opportunity for Geoff as
he continues his journey as one of the top 800m
runners in Canadian history. His success at the
2012 London Olympic Games will help propel him
towards qualifying and attending some of the
largest international meets over the next four years
in preparation for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
