The native of Guttenberg was a volleyball player her freshman year of high school until the cross country coach persuaded her to come out for the sport. Kassie has improved ever since. She talks about her surprise national title in the 10,000 meters in 2019, the team's celebration after winning the NCAA team championship last weekend, unfinished goals for next season, how she began competing in triathlons and the challenges of running in Guttenberg.