Season 3, Episode 16: A conversation with UNI runner and former Waverly-Shell Rock prep Emma Hoins

The sophomore talks about a strong conclusion to her sophomore season with the Panthers that included her coming within 7 seconds of qualifying for the NCAA West Prelims in the 3,000 steeple. Emma tells of the meeting she arranged with UNI coaches to see if they were interested in bringing her aboard and her reasons for leaving Hawkeye Community College one academic year early. Emma gives her reasons why she decided at age 18 to get rebaptized and her special relationship with former Charles City rival and now Iowa State runner Kiki Connell. Emma details the art of the steeplechase event and listen where she uses the phrase "kick people's butts." The church youth leader tells of how a meeting with former Iowa State great Abby Caldwell helped change the trajectory of her prep running career. Emma gives the background behind the Waverly-Shell Rock Go-Hawks nickname and why she periodically deletes her Instagram account. She also tells of a special friend and the fun trip they took and whether her hair if naturally curly.