Updated 3/2017--photos and all links removed as
many are no longer active and it was easier than checking each one.
Earlier this week, the local newspaper ran an article that listed Arkansans in the Olympics. I had about half of the list in my earlier post. I would like to wish all of these (and all the Olympic athletes) good luck. I hope they all have their personal bests. Here are the others on their list:
Veronica Campbell received her Bachelor of Science degree in 2006 from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR. She is a member of the USA Track and Field Team. She will compete in the 200 meters and as a member of the 4x100-meter relay. Her personal website is here.
Alistair Cragg is a former Arkansas Razorback distance runner. He is a native of South Africa but will compete for Ireland. His events are the 1,500-meter and 5,000-meter.
Tyson Gay is a former University of Arkansas runner. He is a member of the USA Track and Field Team. His events are the 100 meter and 200 meter races.
Funmi Jimoh -- haven't figured out her connection to Arkansas, but the paper has her in it's list. She is a member of the USA Track and Field Team. Her event is the long jump. Her personal website is here.
Deena Kastor is a former University of Arkansas cross country runner. She is a member of the USA Track and Field Team. Her event is the woman's marathon. Her personal website is here.
LaShaunte'a Moore is a former University of Arkansas runner. She is a member of the USA Track and Field Team. Her event is sprints.
Yi Ting Siow joined the University of Arkansas swim team in January 2008 after transferring from Wisconsin. She is competing in the 200 individual medley and the 200 breaststroke. She was born in and will be competing for Malaysia.
Nicole Teter is a former University of Arkansas track athlete. She is a member of the USA Track and Field Team. Her event is 800 meters race.
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