Tag: Simone Manuel

Olympic gold medalist Simone Manuel continues to push barriers and break records simultaneously. Growing up as a black swimmer in an overwhelmingly white sport, Simone always knew she would face adversity & unique challenges as she continued to pursue her dreams. In this episode of #Milestones presented by Toyota, Simone breaks down what gives her…

Last summer, Manuel signed a contract with sponsor TYR (a popular competitive swim and triathlon apparel brand) that includes a reportedly unprecedented inclusion rider. While she can’t share many specifics of the contract, she says that the rider is meant to “provide meaningful opportunities to traditionally under-represented groups,” and “make sure diversity is at the forefront” of TYR’s…

Honda invited U.S. swimmer and 2018 Honda Cup winner Simone Manuel to sit down for an interview with aspiring athlete Ariella. For over 40 years, the Collegiate Women Sports Awards (CWSA) has recognized athletes like Simone for their athleticism, academic achievements and community involvement. These women are the perfect role models for the next generation…

In Rio, Simone Manuel became the first African-American woman to win gold in an individual swimming event. Watch this video on YouTube

Sixty-four percent of African-American children don’t know how to swim. World Champion Simone Manuel is changing that statistic. “I am often referred to as “The Black Swimmer.” While I one day hope to be known as an “Olympic champion” swimmer without that qualifier, I know that I can’t ignore the significance of being an African-American…