If you think of a track-star female, you might picture Sha'Carri Richson or Allyson Finch. You can imagine many other track stars. NadineBroersen? Here are five track stars who have become a part of history. These are people you might have heard of, even though they may not have been your friends. What are their commonalities? Continue reading to discover! Here's a look at their personal style.
Sha'Carri Richardson
Sha'Carri Richardson is a talented American track and field sprinter who competes in the 100-meter and 200-meter sprints. While a Louisiana State University freshman, she broke the 100-meter speed record in 10.75 seconds. Now a full-time athlete, Richardson is now a role model for young women across the world.
Allyson Feliz
Allyson Fitch is an American track and field veteran who was originally a 200 meter sprinter for the first nine seasons of her professional career, before switching to the 400 meter sprint in later years. She now holds a prominent position among the top female athletes and is an inspiration for those who are pursuing their dreams. Here are some fun facts about Felix. Don't forget her YouTube channel to see more of her videos.
Robin Bone
Robin Bone turned 25 on this week, an ex-high school track star. She played almost every sport as a teenager, including basketball, soccer, gymnastics, and track and field. She was a top competitor since she was 15 years old, but had a concussion that forced her to withdraw. After deciding to focus on track, her Darien High School track track team was formed.
Nadine Broersen
Dutch track star Nadine Brüersen is a world class high jumper and heptathlon specialist. She holds a national record for high jump, and she is also the 2014 World Indoor pentathlon champion. Broersen competes for her track and field club, AV Sprint, in Breda. The club is home to several of the most prominent Dutch athletes. Broersen has been a strong role-model for young female athletes.
Lolo Jones
Lori Susan "Lolo” Jones of America is a hurdler and bobsledder. She is a specialist in the 60-meter, 100-meter hurdles and has won three NCAA titles as well as eleven All-American honors. She is one of the most important athletes of all-time. Jones's extraordinary athletic abilities are not the only thing that makes her stand out. Jones also loves running and watching bobsled races.
Cathrine Larsasen
Cathrine Larsasen, a Norwegian pole vaulter, was born 5/12/86. She is the current record holder for both indoor events and outdoor events. Larsasen is now at 0.54m, an increase of 0.54m on her personal best over the past five-years. Larsasen, a former indoor pole vault world champion, is a certified track star who has won many awards.