Track & Field's Financial Hurdle

^{Dec 23, 2024 | Edition #66}

👋 Hey, Speedsters!

Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a fresh dose of track and field stories to match the holiday vibe? And so, after our last edition—where Parker Valby won the Bowerman award, we're back with updates that have caused the athletics world to buzz!

For one, USATF is in the news, as its 2023 financial report card is out, and let’s just say it’s not exactly wrapped in a shiny red bow. Meanwhile, Grant Holloway is going the extra mile to inspire high school athletes. And let’s not forget Gout Gout now has a major shoe sponsor at 16, but does that make him the next Bolt? We're going to unveil all of this today!

So let’s dive in!

📜 QUOTE OF THE DAY

“I try to not even stress... you just let me know where and when I need to run.”

— Grant Holloway

In today’s newsletter, we’ll uncover these top stories from the Track and Field universe:

🤯 Is USATF Falling Behind?

💫 Grant Holloway’s Vision for the Next Generation

💰 Gout Gout Lands Million Dollar Contract

💪🏻 Annie Tagoe’s Unbelievable Survival Story