We had the incredible honor of sitting down with Mechelle Freeman, the 2024 Head Women's Relay Coach for Team USA. Mechelle brings a wealth of experience, from her days blazing down the track at South Carolina 🐔🏃♀️ to leading the world’s fastest women on the biggest stages.
🔥 In this episode, Mechelle shares:
- How racing boys in her neighborhood sparked her love for track 🏃♀️💨
- The twin dynamic – growing up with her equally fast sister 👯♀️
- Winning a National Championship at South Carolina and learning from Coach Curtis Frye 🏆
- Her transition from advertising to chasing Olympic dreams and eventually coaching elite athletes
- The science and art behind coaching Team USA’s relays – and the pressure that comes with it! 💪📊
One of the standout moments? Mechelle’s motto: "I observe and I learn." 🧠👀
✨ We also dive deep into her work with TrackGirlz, empowering young women in the sport and breaking down barriers for future generations 🌍👧🏽💪.
🎧 Hit play and get inspired by Mechelle’s journey of resilience, faith, and leadership – this one’s not to be missed!
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