Emma Risch shares her journey through basketball adversity at Florida State

Florida State senior guard Emma Risch reflects on her challenging basketball journey, including struggles with injuries during her first two seasons at Notre Dame. After transferring to Florida State for the 2025-26 season, Risch aims to contribute significantly in her senior year, having played 27 games last season. She emphasizes the lessons learned from her time on the sidelines and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. Risch opened her senior season by scoring nine points against Merrimack and contributed three points, two rebounds, and a block in a recent victory over North Florida, improving Florida State's record to 2-0. She looks forward to leading and guiding younger teammates this season.

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