Allyson began running in her first year of high-school, after being inspired by her brother's efforts in track and field, and hasn't looked back since.
The following are some "did you knows?" about Allyson:
A 2004 Olympic silver medalist in 200m setting a world junior record.
A 2004 Olympic trials, USA junior champion.
She broke Marion Jones' previous USA junior and high school record of 22.58, set in 1992, at a high school meet in 2003.
She began running track in ninth grade becoming a five-time California state prep champion (three-time 100m, two-time 200m).
In 2005, 2007 and 2010 Felix received the Jesse Owens Award signifying the Athlete of the Year.
