Elana Meyers

Elana Meyers Taylor is a distinguished American bobsledder and Olympic medalist, celebrated for her exceptional achievements in the sport. Born on October 10, 1984, in Oceanside, California, and raised in Douglasville, Georgia, Elana initially pursued softball at George Washington University before transitioning to bobsledding in 2007. Since then, she has become one of the most accomplished athletes in the sport, securing multiple Olympic medals, including two silver and one bronze in the two-woman bobsled events across four Olympic Games .

Beyond her athletic prowess, Elana is a passionate advocate for gender equality and athlete welfare. She has served as the president of the Women's Sports Foundation, using her platform to promote systemic changes in sports organizations. In 2020, she highlighted issues of racism within bobsledding, leading to the formation of a task force by the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation to address these concerns .

Elana's quotes often reflect her resilience and commitment to both her sport and personal values. She has said, "There is the potential for dreams to come true, for records to be broken, and medals to be won, and at this time everyone believes that they individually have the potential to make their dream a reality" . Another notable quote is, "View a stumbling block as a learning opportunity. If you allow it to defeat you, it will. Honestly, if I give everything I have, I can't be disappointed with the outcome" . These words encapsulate her determination and positive outlook, inspiring many in the world of sports and beyond.