Female Athlete of the Week: Emmie Parks

Emmie Parks places first in the 100-meter hurdles at the first 2023 season meet.

Emily Parks, Staff Writer • March 28, 2023

Emmie Parks leaps over the hurdle at the 2021 Tussey Mountain meet.

Emmie Parks, a senior, has been named Female Athlete of the Week of Warrior Watch for the week ending 03/25/23. Parks has returned for her senior season after an injury her junior year, restricting her from running. At the Tyrone meet, she placed first in the 100-meter hurdles with a time of 18.72 seconds. Unfortunately, due to unstable weather, the meet was called to an end before competitors could complete all the events.

Teammate Payten Johnson said, “I am so excited to run track with Emmie again this year and watch her improve on the hurdles.”

Facts About Emmie:

Parent(s): Norman and Crystal Parks

Sibling(s); Nick and Ava Parks

Pet(s): Two dogs, Hank and Piper

Favorite Color: Pink

Biggest goal for the season: To take three steps in between hurdles.

About the Contributor

Emily Parks, Staff Writer

Hi! I’m Emily Parks, a senior at West Branch. I participate in varsity soccer, basketball, and track. I am also vice-president of the class of 2023, president of Student Government, secretary of Varisty Club, and a member of the National Honor Society. After high school, I plan to become a physician assistant or pediatrician.