While competing for the University of Kentucky in 2016, she was named the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Freshman of the Year. The US Track & Field and Cross-Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) named her Southeast Region Runner of the Year in 2016 and 2018. In 2013, she was named High School Track Female Performer of the Year by The Post and Courier newspaper.

Milestones and Challenges

In 2016, she became the first freshman to win the 100m hurdles at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) championships. However, her career has not been without challenges. An injury prevented her from competing at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, and the 2019 World Championships in Doha, Qatar. A knee injury also kept her out of the 2018 Central American and Caribbean Games in Barranquilla, Colombia.

Her 2017 season was marred by injuries to her hip flexor, knee, and sacroiliac joint. Despite these setbacks, she continued to push forward with determination and resilience.

Family Influence

Her brother Robert Quinn has played American football in the NFL for teams such as the Dallas Cowboys and the Miami Dolphins. Her parents James (hurdles) and Maria (sprint, long jump) competed in athletics at Baptist College (now Charleston Southern) in South Carolina.

Olympic Experience

At the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, she crashed into the ninth hurdle during her semifinal and was eventually ranked 22nd. Reflecting on this experience, she said it took her a whole semester to get over the disappointment. She felt embarrassed but also received a lot of support and love from people who were proud of her for representing Puerto Rico at such a young age.

Citizenship and Representation

Born in the United States, she is eligible to represent Puerto Rico through her mother. "She wanted me to run for Puerto Rico because she never got to do it when she was younger. I wear it with pride," she said.

Future Plans

Looking ahead, she plans to continue competing at international events representing Puerto Rico. Her focus remains on overcoming past injuries and achieving new milestones in her athletic career.

This athlete's journey is a testament to resilience and dedication. Despite facing numerous challenges, she continues to strive for excellence in her sport.