She could be injured and also in the transfer portal. maybe she is realizing she doesn’t like the new coaching - that’s not a bad thing - lots of coaches do different things, her fit with the previous coach worked because her mileage was low ect .
OAC is not an option for her as she can’t run mileage, there is more to bringing athletes into a program - if the training doesn’t fit it doesn’t work for anyone involved .
I wondered whether she seemed to be running with lower extremity pain in the BU 3000m in which she ran the qualifier.
If that's true, then maybe she needs to get back with Solinsky, but she might not leave Florida since her family and history are there.
Maybe they need to do some restructuring with physios (not necessarily the surgeon’s knife), but it will take some time, and they got to stay on top of it. They need to be patient with mileage intensity, until it gets worked out. Obviously, UF would probably like it fixed ASAP. But is she even on a full ride?
Reasoning behind my last question is just wondering whether Valby is pressing too hard because she feels an extra obligation to the team. Self motivation to compete is enough pressure, with expiring eligibility.
If it is the same foot issue again, her future in the sport might hinge on it.