Bio

AS A FRESHMAN... Raced in all six meets as a rookie, making collegiate debut on Sept. 3 at the Fens Classic with a time of 19:11.50 in the 5K course ... Ran well at Gordon College on Oct. 1, registering a time of 29:39 in the 8K course.

BEFORE EMMANUEL...Collins was a 4-year varsity runner at Hull High School (Hull, Mass.)... Participated in cross country and track & field ... Named team captain his senior year ... Voted a 2-time all-star in cross country and an all-star in track ... Won the South Shore League Championship in the 1-mile as a junior.

Major: Criminal Justice

Career Aspirations: Firefighter, paramedic or police office

Favorite Movie: The Boondock Saints

Favorite Pre-race Meal: Pasta and sauce

Most Exciting Athletic Experience: Winning the mile in the South Shore League Championship