Danna Kelly, a 2009 graduate of Truman State University with a BS in Exercise Science, was recently named the 2012 National Congress of State Games Female Athlete of the Year and the 2012 Iowa Games Marty McHone Female Athlete of the Year.
Over her years competing in the Iowa Games, Danna has accumulated 10 gold medals, 3 silver medals and 3 bronze medals, including a gold medal in this summer’s Iowa Games Triathlon. Her winning time of 1 hour, 14 minutes and 28 seconds was good enough for 3rd place overall, out of both males and females.
During this past summer, Danna also qualified for the Olympic Trials Marathon in Houston, finishing in the top half of the field. She wants to return to the trials in 2016 to improve her place and time.
To read more about Danna and her accomplishments, check out these articles:
Iowa Games Athletes Win National Athletes of the Year Awards
Iowa Games Marty McHone Female Athlete of the Year: Life is a Marathon
Mile posts: Danna Kelly plans to enjoy 2012 Trials, with an eye toward 2016
Danna Kelly Runs to Inspire Her Community
Also, check out this video about her made by the Iowa Sports Federation!