The 2024 Paris Olympics is a global stage showcasing extraordinary talent, and we’re particularly excited about the incredible Black women athletes set to slay✨. Just as we at Therapy for Black Girls celebrate the strength and resilience of Black women every day, the Olympics is a powerful platform to witness their brilliance on a world stage.
These athletes are not just competitors; they are trailblazers, inspiring us to reach for our own greatness. Their journeys remind us that Black women are unstoppable forces, capable of achieving anything they set their minds to. As you cheer on these phenomenal women, remember that their victories are a reflection of your own potential.
Let’s dive into some of the amazing athletes to watch and when to catch their inspiring performances:
USA Women’s National Basketball Team
A’ja Wilson and the team will be playing in the preliminary rounds starting on July 27th, with the final game scheduled for August 10th.
Key players include Brittney Griner, Napheesa Collier, Kahleah Copper, Chelsea Gray, Jewell Loyd, Alyssa Thomas, Jackie Young, and Dearica Hamby
Track and Field
Sha’Carri Richardson: Catch her in the 100m heats on August 2nd and the final on August 5th.
Nia Akins: Watch for her in the 800m heats on August 1st and the final on August 4th.
Annette Echikunwoke: Competing in the hammer throw on August 3rd.
Kendall Ellis: The 400m heats start on August 4th, with the final on August 8th.
Tori Franklin: The triple jump final is on August 7th.
Veronica Fraley: Watch her in the discus throw on August 6th.
Anna Cockrell: The 400m hurdles heats are on August 1st, with the final on August 4th.
Tara Davis-Woodhall: Competing in the long jump final on August 5th.
Vashti Cunningham: The high jump final is on August 10th.
Tamari Davis: Look out for her in the 200m heats on August 3rd and the final on August 7th.
Keturah Orji: Another triple jump star, competing on August 7th.
Jaida Ross: Shot put and discus events are on August 3rd and 6th, respectively.
Maasai Russell: Catch her in the 100m hurdles heats on August 2nd, with the final on August 5th.
Raven Saunders: The shot put final is on August 4th.
Grace Stark: Competing in the hurdles on August 2nd and 5th.
Twanisha Terry: Sprinting in the 4x100m relay on August 9th.
Gabby Thomas: Look for her in the 200m events on August 3rd and 7th.
Jayden Ulrich: Competing in shot put on August 4th and discus on August 6th.
Juliette Whittaker: Running in the 800m on August 1st and 4th.
Rachel Glenn: High jump on August 10th.
Quanera Hayes: 400m races on August 4th and 8th.
Aleia Hobbs: Watch her in the 100m on August 2nd and 5th.
Alexis Holmes: Participating in track events throughout the week.
Melissa Jefferson: Sprinting events are scheduled on August 2nd and 5th.
Alaysha Johnson: Hurdling her way through August 2nd and 5th.
Jasmine Jones: Various track and field events.
Simone Manuel: Swimming events from July 29th to August 6th.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone: Competing in the 400m hurdles on August 2nd and 5th.
Gymnastics
Jordan Chiles and Simone Biles: The gymnastics events are from July 28th to August 7th, with finals on the last two days.
Tennis
Coco Gauff: Matches will be from July 30th to August 7th, with the finals on August 9th.
Soccer
Trinity Rodman, Jaedyn Shaw, Casey Krueger, and Catarina Macario: The soccer tournament runs from July 24th to August 9th, with key matches in early August.• Sophia Smith: Also playing in the tournament.
Volleyball
Chiaka Ogbogu, Avery Skinner, Jordan Thompson, Haleigh Washington: Volleyball matches start on July 27th, with the final on August 10th.
Rugby
Ariana Ramsey and Naya Tapper: Rugby sevens tournament runs from August 6th to August 8th.
Water Polo
Ashleigh Johnson: The women’s water polo tournament starts on July 24th, with the final on August 9th.
Judo
Maria Laborde: Competing on August 1st.
Fencing
Lauren Scruggs: Matches are scheduled from July 30th to August 4th.
Boxing
Morelle McCane: Competing in the boxing events throughout the games.
These phenomenal women are not just athletes; they’re icons of strength, resilience, and excellence. As we watch them compete, let’s remember that their success is a reflection of the limitless potential within all of us. Let’s celebrate their achievements and draw inspiration from their journey. The 2024 Paris Olympics are a celebration of Black girl magic, and we can’t wait to see these queens do their thing. Let’s go, ladies! 🌟
