Shericka Jackson Withdraws from Paris Olympics 100m
It has been reported that Tokyo 100m bronze medalist, Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson will not race the 100 meters in Paris. Ludlow Watts, Athletics Manager for Team Jamaica, told Radio Jamaica News that Jackson has, “given up her place in the 100 meters,” and that Shashalee Forbes would be taking her place in the event for […]
Life After Gold: Lashinda Demus’ 12-year road to Olympic Gold
When Lashinda Demus found out that she would be the first US gold medalist in the 400m hurdles, it wasn’t the same moment most Olympic gold medalists experience. There was no stadium. No competitors. No fans. No podium and no gold medal. Lashinda Demus was coaching at Culver City High School’s track practice when she […]
