Beyond the Stride (Ep. 9): Rocky Hansen Details His Rapid Rise as a Top NCAA XC Rookie!

Rocky Hansen, is one of the best true freshman in the NCAA so far this fall, joined The Stride Report for a half-hour conversation! The superstar rookie talks with TSR's Ben Weisel about his unexpected rise as a top-tier low-stick, his journey through the elite high school ranks, adapting to collegiate racing and more.

Seamless transition to the NCAA (0:15)
Battling numerous superstars in high school (2:12)
Running sub-four minute mile in high school (10:05)
Has Hansen surprised himself with his impressive start? (14:48)
Welcome to the NCAA moment (16:13)
Adjusting to racing 8k distance (18:45)
Differences/expectations between high school and college (21:12)
Goals and expectations for later this season (23:11)
Track vs cross country preference and future track goals (26:30)
Most excited about future of Wake Forest (30:08)