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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

U.S. track and field athletes dominate at Pan American Games, no vacation for them

U.S. track and field athletes competing at the Pan American Games in Chile are foregoing vacations and continuing their training despite the late timing of the event. Many athletes, including Kasey Knevelbaard and Ryan Talbot, were given short notice about their participation in the games but are embracing the opportunity to compete on a big stage. While they acknowledge the challenges, they are grateful for the chance to test their abilities and are focused on their upcoming training and indoor season.

via The Washington Post|

#athletes #competitions #pan-american-games

sports2 years ago•4 min saved

"U.S. Women Dominate Pan Am Games 2023 with Gymnastics Gold and Record-Breaking Performances"

The U.S. women's artistic gymnastics team made history at the Pan American Games by showcasing an all-female delegation, a rare occurrence since the 1984 Olympics. Led by head coach Cecile Landi and supported by other female coaches, the team is embracing female empowerment and challenging stereotypes in the sport. This shift comes as USA Gymnastics undergoes cultural changes following abuse allegations. The coaches are proving that women are capable of coaching at all levels, although it comes with sacrifices and challenges. They hope to inspire young women to believe in themselves and trust the process.

via Olympics|

#coaching-revolution #cultural-changes #female-empowerment

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"Highlights and Results from Day 1 of the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago"

The first day of finals at the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile featured impressive performances in swimming. Paige Madden of the United States set a new Pan Am Games record in the women's 400 freestyle, while Guilherme Costa of Brazil broke the meet record in the men's 400 freestyle. Rachel Nicol of Canada won the women's 100 breaststroke, and Jake Foster of the United States took the men's 100 breaststroke. Dakota Luther of the United States claimed victory in the women's 200 butterfly, and Mason Laur, also from the United States, won the men's 200 butterfly.

via SwimSwam|

#finals #pan-american-games #records

sports2 years ago•8 min saved

Highlights and Updates from the 2023 Pan American Games

The 2023 Pan American Games began with the preliminary rounds of eight swimming events. Brazilian Guilherme Costa dominated the men's 400 freestyle, while American Dakota Luther stood out in the women's 200 butterfly. Canada showed strength in the women's 100 breaststroke, and American Jake Foster impressed in the men's 100 breaststroke. The United States and Brazil had strong showings in the men's and women's 4x100 freestyle relays, respectively.

via SwimSwam|

#brazil #pan-american-games #prelims

sports2 years ago•4 min saved

USA Returns to Pan American Games with Strong Rosters in Soccer, Gymnastics, and Wrestling

Eighteen players have been selected to represent the United States at the 2023 Pan American Games, marking the first time since 2007 that a men's team will participate in the event. The U.S. Men's Pan American Team, led by coach Michael Nsien, consists of players born between 2002 and 2005. The team will compete in Group B against Brazil, Honduras, and Colombia. The tournament features under-22 players, aligning with the age restriction for the Olympics.

via U.S. Soccer|

#michael-nsien #pan-american-games #soccer