Cami Merickel on Identity, Growth & Owning Your Story | SheSports the Podcast

Cami Merickel joins SheSports the Podcast with Maisie Boesiger for a conversation that goes far beyond race times. A standout distance runner for the Nebraska Cornhuskers women's track and field, Merickel has built an impressive career in the Big Ten; from top finishes in the 5K and steeplechase to earning Academic All-Big Ten honors and recognition for leadership and impact off the track.  But her story isn’t just about performance. Cami opens up about navigating the pressures of being a student-athlete, finding confidence in her identity outside of sport, and using her platform to bring honesty and vulnerability into the conversation around women in athletics. She also shares how her background in nutrition and passion for sports dietetics are shaping what’s next beyond competition. SheSports is a first-of-its-kind positive content platform dedicated to connecting young girls with female college athletes who share REAL STORIES that build confidence and inspire growth in the next generation. Co-founded by Lexi Rodriguez, Kelly & Melanie Krings, and Connor Orr, SheSports creates an uplifting, supportive, and safe space to amplify the voices of female collegiate athletes by sharing authentic experiences and insights that both empower and inspire. Follow SheSports on social: X: https://x.com/SheSportsInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/she.sports.inc/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@she.sports.inc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/SheSports-Inc/61578176103931/ Hurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com