The Hurdles That Made 'Masai Russell'

^{Dec 11, 2024 | Edition #61}

👋 Hey, Speedsters!

When your hearts said, 'Crown them already', USATF heard the message loud and clear! So, they rolled out a red carpet for a Night of the Legends in sunny Florida, USATF’s annual awards. Imagine: glitz, glamour, and season-ending rewards, how picture-perfect is that to wrap up the Olympic year! But, there's one thing we couldn't help but notice.

It's the young energy! Out of the 7 awardees, 4 were rising youngsters, a sure sign that the winds are shifting in American track and field. Of course, there’s Gabby Thomas too, who just celebrated her 28th birthday at the award venue. But today, shine the spotlight on the four young phenoms who are already making waves. Too polished for their age—they guarantee the future of American track and field is in great hands!

Let’s dive in!

📜 QUOTE OF THE DAY

“Embrace the grind, for every step taken brings you closer to greatness.”

— Masai Russell

In today’s newsletter, we’ll uncover these top stories from Gabby Thomas’ universe:

💪🏻 How Masai Russell Changed the Game

✨ Quincy Hall’s Golden Moment

😲 Quincy Wilson’s Life-Changing Move

🏆 Grant Holloway's Winning Formula