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Track star embraces the balancing act of being a student and mom

London Alexander • May 11, 2019
Monisha Lewis hurdles at CCAA Championships in La Jolla on May 3rd, 2019. Lewis won the 100m hurdles with a lifetime best and the second-fastest time in the country. She also placed 2nd in the 400m hurdles with a lifetime best.
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Monisha Lewis prepares to run during practice at SF State's track in Cox Stadium on April 24, 2019. Lewis started running track at 8 years old and started hurdling at age 12.

Photos by LONDON ALEXANDER/Special to Golden Gate Xpress

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