These 2 amazing women have changed the sport of swimming! Maritza McClendon was the first African American woman to make a US Olympic swim team and medal (Athens 2004) & Naomy Grand’Pierre was the first woman from Haiti to compete as a swimmer in the Olympics (Rio 2016). This amazing interview covers their journey and how they are using their platforms to change the narrative for black swimmers.
The Chase Podcast Ep.11 ft. Naomy Grand’Pierre + Maritza McClendon
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