Emerson Knapp '21 Recruiting Profile

All through middle school and freshman year I played volleyball and basketball.  I was okay, but not great.  I struggled with finding my passion on the court because I knew that it wasn't something that I truly wanted to put my whole self into.  However, when I found track my freshman year, I knew it was where I belonged.  I love how the sport revolves around being the best version of yourself and pushes you to your true potential.  I love that there is both a team and individual aspect to the sport, as I love competing as a team and being able to thrive amongst my teammates.

Not being able to compete my junior year has been difficult, as I have trained the entire year.  However, I know that I'm not the only one struggling  and that the track community that I love will come back from this stronger than ever.  I know that my hard work will pay off and I will be able to do what I love to my full potential again.

In college I'm hoping to find a community that will help me with a new chapter in my life.  I want to focus on having a strong faith, open mind, and trusting God that I will be led where I'm meant to be.