Shannon Miller remains the Most Decorated Gymnast in American History. Shannon has won an astounding 59 International and 49 National competition medals. She is the first American gymnast to win an individual gold medal at a fully-attended Summer Games and cemented her place as the most accomplished gymnast, male or female, in U.S. Olympic history. She launched her company Shannon... read full bio
"Ohio-born Scott Hamilton began his figure skating career as a young child. His career blossomed, leading to his winning of 15 championships and the Olympic gold medal. Hamilton’s flourishing career led to the touring show Stars on Ice, and he later worked as a commentator for ice skating on television. In addition, Hamilton is a cancer survivor- he started an... read full bio
Sara Hall is the first athlete in US history to have won both the mile and marathon national championships and she has won ten US National Championships overall. After finishing second at the London Marathon and becoming the first American woman to place on the podium in 14 years, she just made history by becoming the second-fastest American marathon runner with... read full bio
Track and field athlete Sanya Richards-Ross, formerly known as Sanya Richards, is a Jamaican-American who made an enduring impact on the sport. Richards-Ross, who was born on February 26, 1985, ran internationally for the United States in the 400-meter sprint, winning multiple honors and making a reputation for himself in the sports community. The extraordinary accomplishments Richards-Ross made in the 400... read full bio
Ruben Gonzalez is a wonderful person who has excelled in his fields of athletics, business writing, and leadership. He is well recognized for becoming the only Winter Olympian to compete over four decades, which speaks to his unwavering willpower and love of sports. Gonzalez decided to follow his dream of competing in the Winter Olympics at the age of 21, which... read full bio
Rosalynn Sumners is a figure skater, who was a World Junior champion, three-time U.S. National champion, World champion, and Silver medalist at the Winter Olympics. She toured first with Disney on Ice, and then was one of the original cast members of the Stars on Ice tour. Though born in Palo Alto, California, Sumners was raised Edmonds, Washington, learned to... read full bio
Internationally revered and respected Rick Hansen showed the world that there is no obstacle that cannot be overcome. Rick Hansen's Man in Motion World Tour captured the hearts and minds of millions of people everywhere. Faced with every obstacle from blinding snowstorms to endless mountain ranges and uncompassionate political borders, Rick gave his all, and emerged triumphant. Rick Hansen inspires... read full bio
Rafer Johnson is an American former decathlete, film actor and member of the Art of the Olympians. He was named Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year in 1958 and won the James E. Sullivan Award as the top amateur athlete in the United States in 1960, breaking that award's color barrier. He was chosen to ignite the Olympic Flame during... read full bio
Photogenic charisma and brutal speed (not to mention an unforgettable name) have made Picabo Street one of the best known of the superstar skiers. Possessing a magnitude of fame matched only by Alberto Tomba, Street's talent on the course generated new excitement for US skiing. In the '94-'95 season, she became the first American skier to win a Downhill World... read full bio
Phil and his twin brother Steve were both world class ski racers, competing on the World Cup circuit from 1976-84. Starting with the 1978 season, Phil finished in the top three in the World Cup overall standings for six consecutive seasons, winning the title in the final three. Phil, Steve, and their seven siblings literally grew up at a ski... read full bio
US Olympic Hall of Fame inductee, Peter Vidmar was deemed One of the top 10 corporate speakers in America" by Successful Meetings Magazine. Over 2 decades of experience helping people throughout the country to realize their own potential, Peter does much more than just speak about his experiences. His message brings something unique and refreshing to the corporate arena. Peter... read full bio
Peggy Fleming is an inspirational role model whose story will touch people from all walks of life. The Olympic skating legend is no stranger to adversity. Peggy Fleming faced perhaps her biggest challenge of all when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Peggy Fleming successfully battled the disease and has now become one of the foremost speakers on the... read full bio
Paul Wylie startled the world of skating by outperforming the best at the 1992 Winter Olympics. The result -- a Silver Medal to mark the culmination of his amateur skating career. That achievement also brought him the U.S. Olympic Spirit Award, recognizing his contributions, both as a representative of his sport and as a competitor. Paul has been highly visible... read full bio
Known for his vibrant and infectious personality, eight-time Canadian champion Patrick Chan is an inspiring young man, with a determination and commitment to world-class results. He has won three World Championships, two Olympic silver medals, two Grand Prix Finals, three Four Continents, and a unique story to go along with it. Chan has been honored with numerous off-ice awards for... read full bio
Currently the head women's swimming and diving coach at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Pablo Morales is best known for being an Olympic gold medalist in competitive swimming. He previously held the world record for the 100-meter butterfly, for nearly a decade. During his Olympic career, Pablo earned three gold medals and two silver medals. He assisted his team for the... read full bio
Oksana captivated our hearts & won the Olympic Gold Medal having won GOLD at the World Championship Oksana was brought to the United States, was signed to William Morris Talent Agency, turned professional, toured and performed nonstop for 8 years. Oksana Baiul remains to date the ONLY Ukrainian and USSR Ladies Figure Skating Olympic Gold Medal Champion! Oksana headlined... read full bio
Noelle Pikus-Pace is a skeleton racer who began her career. She is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and won five medals at the FIBT World Championships, competed in the Winter Olympics in Vancouver, and won the silver medal in the Winter Olympics in Sochi. Pikus-Pace won the women's Skeleton World Cup overall title. After... read full bio
Nikki Stone is a former Olympic skier, best known for being the first American to win a gold medal as inverted aerial skier. Aerial Skiing is a sport where athletes ski into a 10-foot snow jump at approximately 40 miles per hour, flip and/or twist to a height of 50-feet, and land on a 45 degree hill. Nikki is now... read full bio
Nicole Joraanstad is a curler. At the World Junior Curling Championships, Joraanstad played third for Laura Delaney and won a bronze medal for Team USA. Joraanstad would later join up with Patti Lank as her second, and Team USA finished in fourth place at the Ford World Curling Championships. Team USA won a silver medal at the Ford World Women's... read full bio
Nicholas Thoman is an American swimmer who specializes in the backstroke and is an Olympic gold medalist. He has won two world championships as a member of winning United States medley relay teams at the FINA World Aquatics Championships. He currently holds the world record in the 100-meter backstroke. Thoman has won a total of eight medals in major international... read full bio
