<p>My common app essay is about a cross country race but ...
1) i didn't win, talk about a close race towards the end between me and a runner which I lost.
2) i don't talk about perseverance, I talk about how competitive I am, striving for the best, being a better sportsman.
3) it is very well written, had my english teachers look it over.</p>
<p>Is this too stereotypical? Or will it be okay?</p>