This group of female athletes will take center stage and set the gold standard.
Yolanda Sangweni and Myeisha Ess
Jul, 24, 2012
With the London summer games kicking off this Friday, Olympic fever is at an all-time high. This year a new crop of African-American female athletes will take center stage and set the gold standard in basketball, swimming, track, gymnastics and much more. While we can expect a fair share of triumphs and disappointments, we’re certain these sisters will represent Team USA to the best of their ability.
From Olympic “It” girls Sanya Richards-Ross (pictured) and Lolo Jones to Carmelita Jeter and Gabby Douglas, here are the sisters to watch at the 2012 Olympic.
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