Downhill Fast: The Rise and Fall of Olympian Bill Johnson
He skied exactly like he lived — fast. But for this one-time star of downhill ski racing, the speed he raced did not translate well to the speed he lived his life. And the result was a crash from which he would never recover.
Skating Coach Kelsey White Analyzes Olympics
Known for sentimental movies, dazzling costumes, brilliant grace and athleticism, figure skating combines both entertainment and athletics to produce an enchanting Olympic sport. Kelsey White, top-right in the photo above, skates in a synchronized skating event.
The Chill on the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics
Members of the Chill, a new local professional hockey team based in St. Charles that is also a St. Louis Blues AA affiliate farm team, weigh in on the Olympics.
Winter Olympics Conjure up Fond Memories … of Summer?
The Olympics continues to bring people to the front of their TV sets, and many will carry on the memories and tradition of sitting around the living room with family, watching the world’s greatest athletes compete for international recognition.
Winter Olympic Games All About Pride and Multi-Culturalism
We can take away inspiration from the stories of sacrifice and accomplishment that led many Olympians to the pinnacle of their sport, but we can’t forget where they came from.