ISU World Single Distances Speed Skating Championships - Gangneung - Day 3
The Back  |  Bruce Goodwin II, Deputy Editor

Winter Olympics 2018: Athletes Of Color You’ll Want To Keep Your Eye On

Let the games begin.

Maame Biney, 17-year old short track speed skater from Reston has qualified for the Olympics. She's originally from Ghana, which makes her an unusual fit with speed skating. Also, she's the first African American female to ever make the Olympic team.
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Black History Moments Made This Week: Maame Biney & Erin Jackson Go For Gold

We are the living realization of our ancestor’s dreams.