Hailu Mareme
Age: 17
Height: 1.73
Weight: 57 kg
Ethnic Group: Oromo
Native Language: Oromic
Hometown: Kerssa Village, Sendafaa, Ethiopia

Family:
Father, Mother, 2 sisters, 4 brothers. But I live with my uncle

School:
Tafo Elementary School

Getting to School:
When I was growing up I get to school by running each day.

Athletics Career:
My family encouraged me to be a runner in 2005. My role model is Keninisa Bekele. When I was in school I run in 1500m and got 1st so I remember from that day I interested to be runner.

What has inspired you as an athlete?
To get good reqard, to be best runner, to help myself and family, and to make known my country.

What do you do for fun?
Sometimes I join with friends. Sometimes I spend my time reading books. I like music too.

What do you need the most in terms of support for your athletic career?

I have financial support from my family. There are no additional resources that I need. My coach always helps me.