Source: Fox News
Summary
Erin Jackson and Jordan Stolz, American speedskaters, represented Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Jackson, the first Black woman to win speedskating gold, didn’t win a medal, but held her head high throughout each event. Stolz won three medals, including gold in the 500- and 1,000-meter races and a silver in the 1,500-meter race. Both athletes partnered with Hershey’s for their “the real gold” campaign and received Hershey’s chocolate gold medals.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Erin Jackson, a laid-back athlete who grew up as a student, kept her perspective on winning and losing. She said, “I think one thing that I’ve always kept in mind and kept in perspective is that winning isn’t everything and losing isn’t the end of the world.” Jackson learned to be resilient and bounce back from injuries, which taught her she could still fight her way back after setbacks.
Jordan Stolz, who won three medals, credited his family’s sacrifices for his success. They had to work multiple jobs to support his speed skating career, and Stolz was happy to be able to race in front of them at the Olympics.
Both athletes expressed pride in representing Team USA on the global stage, with Jackson saying it’s an honor to be part of a time that brings everyone together
