Maria Akraka (2010) - Hall of Fame - Iowa State Athletics

Maria Akraka

Maria Akraka

Track and Field /Cross Country
Norrtalje, Sweden

Four-time All-American in events ranging from the 800 to cross country
Won the 800-meter run at the Big Eight Championship twice and set school records in that race both indoors and outdoors
Established national records in her home nation of Sweden in the 800, 1,000 and 1,500 meters
Ran in the 1992 Olympic Games (Barcelona) as well as four different World Championships
Reached the 1994 European Track & Field Championship finals in the 800 and 1,500