21-02-2025
Emily Mackay returns to BU as luncheon headliner
(WIVT/WBGH) – Olympic runner Emily Mackay is preparing for a hero's welcome as she returns to her alma mater next week.
The 2024 Paris Olympian will be the keynote speaker at Binghamton University's annual Celebrating Women's Athletics luncheon.
Mackay, a graduate of Union Endicott and Binghamton University, plans to share her journey running at BU and her professional journey.
She's currently planning to run the 3k in the United States Indoor Track and Field Championships in Staten Island this weekend.
Having achieved her earlier goal of wanting to compete in the Olympics, Mackay now has her sights set on the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.
'My big goal is to not only qualify for L.A., but I really want to try to medal there. If I can stay consistent and healthy for these next 4 years and continue to progress the way I have, at least the last couple years, I think I have a really solid shot,' said Mackay.
Mackay says she hopes to inspire young athletes during her speech on Monday, much as she was inspired when she attended the 2019 luncheon as a BU student when the legendary runner Joan Benoit was the headliner.
Mackay says her hometown tour will continue next Tuesday with visits planned to some U-E schools.
Watch the full interview below.
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