1 hr 27 min
Dawn Harper-Nelson Hurdling Legend from working 3 jobs in order to turn pro, the influence of Bob Kersee, and Olympic Gold in Beijing Ready Set Go
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The “First Lady” of RSG is here and it's a special episode as we give Dawn Harper-Nelson her flowers, truly deserved. We dive into UCLA where she competed with the best, the difficulties of turning pro and juggling three jobs to make due. The great Bob Kersee and his stamp on our sport and how her slow start in 2008 led to an Olympic Gold. Where is track and field today and how can we improve it, plus Olympic story time with Dawn.
The “First Lady” of RSG is here and it's a special episode as we give Dawn Harper-Nelson her flowers, truly deserved. We dive into UCLA where she competed with the best, the difficulties of turning pro and juggling three jobs to make due. The great Bob Kersee and his stamp on our sport and how her slow start in 2008 led to an Olympic Gold. Where is track and field today and how can we improve it, plus Olympic story time with Dawn.
1 hr 27 min