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Lolo Jones Sparks Twitter Outrage With Tweet to Eric LeGrand

Lolo Jones Sparks Twitter Outrage With Tweet to Eric LeGrand

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There are certain athletes that tend to be scrutinized more than others, especially in the social media world we live in today. US Track & Field athlete Lolo Jones is one of those said athletes. Jones tends to be very open with her fans and followers, stating her honest opinion.…

Team USA Track & Field Star, Lashawn Merritt: “I Train to Win”

Team USA Track & Field Star, Lashawn Merritt: “I Train to Win”

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  The 2012 Olympic Games in London are just a few days away now. Actually, some soccer events begin this afternoon but the official opening ceremonies do not take place until Friday night. One of the more popular and exciting events in the summer Olympics is Track & Field, particularly sprints.…

LaShawn Merritt Reflects on Olympic “Gold Medal Moments”

LaShawn Merritt Reflects on Olympic “Gold Medal Moments”

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As part of the US Olympic Committee’s web series, “Gold Medal Moments,” Team USA takes a look back at some of the most history “Gold Medal Moments” from previous Summer Olympic Games. Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist, LaShawn Merritt of USA Track & Field reminisces on his experience from his first…

From Near Tragedy to London: Bryshon Nellum Experiencing Olympic Dream

From Near Tragedy to London: Bryshon Nellum Experiencing Olympic Dream

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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…

LaShawn Merritt Being a Good Sport in Central Park

LaShawn Merritt Being a Good Sport in Central Park

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Aside from being a serious competitor, LaShawn Merritt is also a good sport.  The two- time Gold Medal Olympian took time out of his busy schedule to “school” Mike Lockyer; the host of NOC’D UP in a series of races. He is a maestro at what he does, that LaShawn is.  He…

Natasha Hastings and LaShawn Merritt On Top Of Their Games at Penn Relays

Natasha Hastings and LaShawn Merritt On Top Of Their Games at Penn Relays

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The US vs. the World has become the most exciting highlight of the Penn Relays in recent years.  This track and field event, which now has worldwide recognition, features some of the world’s best since it was introduced at Franklin Field.  During any Olympic year, it can be assumed that,…

He’s back and he’s not Intimidated; LaShawn Merritt

He’s back and he’s not Intimidated; LaShawn Merritt

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When LaShawn Merritt stepped into the spotlight at the World Junior Championship in 2004, he made a very bold statement.  The statement seemed to echo in bold caps, “I am a force to be reckoned with.” He walked away with nothing but gold.  He also emphasized that statement with his…

Natasha Hastings Shines on the Red Carpet of the ESPN the Magazine Release Party

Natasha Hastings Shines on the Red Carpet of the ESPN the Magazine Release Party

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All eyes were on the 400M Diva as soon as she stepped out of the limo onto the Red Carpet on Thursday Night at the ESPN the Magazine Release Party.  If you haven’t been living under a rock for the last few days then you would know that the 3rd…

USA Track & Field Golden Girl- Natasha Hastings, Up Close & Personal

USA Track & Field Golden Girl- Natasha Hastings, Up Close & Personal

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She was just a little girl when she dreamed of becoming an Olympian.  A little over a decade or so later she fulfilled that dream by winning gold at the Beijing Olympics 2008.  Many athletes have made their countries track and field Olympic team but have never medaled let alone…