Kristen McMillen, a Charlotte resident, has dreamt of going to the Olympics since she was six years old. Now, at 37, the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics are her sixth games.
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Rell Harwood to compete in the Olympics Big Air with an ACL tear
Rell Harwood is competing at her first Olympics after an ACL tear prevented her in 2022. She is competing in big air in the Livigno Alps with another ACL tear. Her childhood best friend and boyfriend are also on Team USA, cheering her on in the stands.
27 Routines: One Coach Choreographs Multiple Olympic Programs
Benoit Richaud is a figure skating choreographer for 16 athletes representing 13 countries at the 2026 Winter Olympics. He has gone viral for his outfit changes in the kiss and cry area.
From track to ice: Manteo Mitchell targets groundbreaking dual Olympic medals in 2026
N.C. bobsledder Manteo Mitchell discusses his training plans for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Photo by…
North Carolina’s Manteo Mitchell chasing history at 2026 Winter Olympics
Story by Spencer Haskell
North Carolina native could make history in 2026 Winter Olympics
Track: As he sets out to become the first African American to medal in both…
Kristen Siermachesky’s three-year journey from rookie rower to Olympic spare
Story by Kellie Finch Cover by Olivia Goodson CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Growing up in…
From the boat to the big leagues: how Kristen Siermachesky became an Olympian in three years
Video by Caroline Routh Graphic by Olivia Goodson LEAD: In just three years, Kristen Siermachesky…
A Paralympic Swimmer’s Two-Part Race Against Time
By Isabella Geskos @Isabella_Geskos
From Blue to Gold
By: Reagan Allen Photos by Margaux Hunter There are many words to describe Larry Brown,…