Social Kick • Swim Culture & Stories

David Johnston US Olympian Determined for LA 2028 Gold Episode 198


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Could you imagine having mononucleosis and COVID-19 at the biggest competitions of your life? What about missing the Olympic team by one spot in arguably your best event? How about missing the team by two spots in your next best event? With his back against the wall, David Johnston dropped over 10 seconds and finished second in the 1500 - meters to make his first Olympic team.

David joins us to share his remarkable journey to make his first Olympic team, but also his journey which has included numerous obstacles, which have shaped him, not shaken his self-belief. It may seem he has come out of nowhere, it didn't happen overnight, as David also reflects on being a 16-year-old kid who didn't have a sectional cut. He talks about how he used that as motivation, along with setting goals and having belief in his coaches.

Join us for a motivating and powerful conversation, a must listen to for any 16-year-old who wants to be better and anyone looking to overcome obstacles!

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