Fun Fact Friday: Illinois Olympians

August 10, 2012 10:11 am CT

Fun Fact Friday: Illinois Olympians

If you’re like me, the Olympic Games is the only television program you’re watching lately. There is something special about gathering as a nation to cheer our athletes on to victory. It strengthens my pride when I hear an athlete shares my home state. In fact, 22 athletes who are either currently competing or serving as alternates are from Illinois.

Do you know one of the Olympians on the list?

Basketball

Andre Iguodala, Springfield
Anthony Davis, Chicago
Candace Parker, Naperville
Swin Cash, Chicago

Diving

Christina Loukas, Riverwoods
Kelci Bryant, Chatham

Equestrian

Charlie Jayne, Elgin – (Alternate)

Gymnastics

Anna Li, Aurora – (Alternate)

Rowing

Grant James, DeKalb
Ross James, DeKalb
Sarah Zelenka, Itasca

Sailing

Bob Willis, Chicago

Soccer

Amy LePeilbett, Crystal Lake

Swimming

Conor Dwyer, Winnetka
Tyler McGill, Champaign
Matt Grevers, Lake Forest

Track and Field

Dawn Harper, East St. Louis
Evan Jager, Algonquin
Gia Lewis-Smallwood, Champaign
Lance Brooks, New Berlin

Volleyball

Sean Rooney, Wheaton

Wrestling

Ellis Coleman, Oak Park