While the first ever four-man bobsled race took place in 1924, it wasn’t until 2002 that the first ever women’s bobsled event–the two-woman bobsled–was held. And it was quite the event too! So in case you missed that history-making moment, allow me to fill you in on the RAD life of Vonetta Flowers. 1. Southern […]
If you are wondering who the most courageous and proud female on ice is, then Google Surya Bonaly. I am wildly in love with this world-renowned lady and you should be too. So get ready to flip reading these five fun facts about the ice skating world’s flipping queen! 1. She Is Worldwide Who […]
Ice skating is my absolute favorite Olympic sport to watch, and I remember like it was yesterday being a six-year-old watching Debi Thomas do her thing. She was RAD then and is certainly RAD now, so know your history sis and read up on this amazing piece of Black History. Must Read: Black Women Athletes […]
The US Women’s Bobsled Team Initial criticisms deemed this year’s winter Olympics a $50 billion debacle, highlighting reports of poor preparation, terrorism threats and LGBT and animal rights violations. But, now that the events are in full swing throughout the seaside Russian resort town of Sochi, the inspirational stories behind these Olympians and their world-class […]
Figure this? Black girl ice skaters have been in the Olympic Games for more decades than you think. Making history in this dancing-on-ice event however is the one and only Tai Babilonia. She’s RAD indeed…here’s 10 reasons why. #1 She’s A Part Of Black History Babilonia was the first figure skater of partial African-American descent […]
Opening ceremonies for the 2014 Winter Olympic kicked off in Sochi, Russia today. Athletes from 88 countries showed their team spirit in the Parade of Nations rocking patriotic gear from head to toe. Team USA was suited and booted in red, white and blue cardigans by American designer Ralph Lauren. All 650 uniforms, which are […]
