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USA Shooter Jason Turner is on his way to his third Olympic Games, “aiming” for another medal. He says if he can get to the place inside himself where he is not worried about success, success will come. And by success, of course, he means a second medal. 1. You…
For teenage table-tennis phenom, Lily Zhang, international competitions are second nature. This summer, in London, Lily has yet another chance to showcase the experience and mental toughness that earned her the title, Olympian. 1. You started competing in National and International competition in 2009, at age 13. Do you recall…
Four years ago in Beijing, Carli Lloyd scored a goal in extra time against Brazil securing a gold medal and a spot atop the podium for the American women. This summer in London she’ll give everything to reclaim gold for her teammates and her country. In fact, gold is not…
Team USA did not qualify for the London Olympics in the team portion of Synchronized Swimming. However, Mary Killman and her partner Mariya Koroleva qualified in the duets event. Mary, the youngest member of Team USA, will be making her first trip to the Olympics. Before switching to synchro, Mary participated…
For Nick Delpopolo, the journey in becoming an Olympian began in Montenegro, went through New Jersey, up to New York and back down to New Jersey again. Through all the hard work and dedication, Nick will soon reach his destination. Next stop: London. 1. It may be premature to talk…
Twenty-year-old Caroline Queen has spent the majority of her young life in the water, navigating through obstacles, competing, seeking success. London will be her first trip to the Olympics this summer, representing USA Canoe/Kayak, and she’s looking to paddle her way to gold. 1. At age 9 you first began…
As Team USA weightlifter Kendrick Farris prepares for his second Olympic Games, he says he is “training to win”. But for him, even more than competing and claiming a medal, the journey is about faith, family and sharing his story with others. 1. What does your weekly lifting split look…
Four years ago, a then twenty-year-old Lauren Cheney was the last to secure a spot on the US Soccer Olympic roster; and that was because national star Abby Wambach had broken her leg a few months before Beijing. Four years later, growing into a veteran player, Cheney has adapted to…
Anyone that follows USA Swimming will know the names Jenny Thompson, Summer Sanders, Dana Torres, Natalie Coughlin, and so many more stars in the pool. Have you heard of Missy Franklin? If not, get used to the name. The 17-year old may just be the next star for the United…
This week, if you have tuned in to NBC between 8-9pm EST, you’ve seen just how competitive the United States Swim Team is. The Olympic Trials are underway and there is no lack for drama. The most decorated Olympian, Michael Phelps has qualified for two events in London so…
USC 400 specialist, Bryshon Nellum, 23, placed 3rd in the 400m USA Olympic Trials to represent the US in the Olympic games this past weekend. Nellum crossed the line in a personal-best 44.80 seconds, his first sub 45 400 ever, edging his USC teammate Josh Mance for third place behind…
Colorado Springs, Colo. – More than 85 U.S. Olympians, Paralympians, hopefuls and coaches are featured in one of the United States Olympic Committee’s new original content series airing on its YouTube channel, YouTube.com/TeamUSA presented by AT&T. The channel launched in May and already has 110,000 video views. Four new series…
