It was this time last year that I was sitting in the San Diego Airport on my way to Canada asking myself “Can it be true?”The weekend prior I was in a kick ass bar meeting some of the most influencial ladies that I have met to date. I could not have imagine how much love, … [Read more...]
Sports History Files: Remembering Louis Zamperini
Louis Zamperini, an Olympic distance runner, World War II prisoner of war and the subject of an acclaimed biography by Laura Hillenbrand, has died at the age of 97. Zamperini’s life was recounted in “Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption,” … [Read more...]
Kara Throws Javelin: Rome, NYC & Sacramento/USAs!
Whew! The last three or so weeks have been a bit packed, so I’m catching you up on Rome, New York, and USAs here. I competed in the Rome Golden Gala on June 9th in the 1964 Olympic Stadium. I love Rome! I’ve gotten to visit some of its more famous places and … [Read more...]
Ready to take flight! via @hammerlover
Sacramento holds a special place in my heart. Here at the 2004 Olympic Trials, I got my first taste of being a senior/elite athlete. A taste that has never left my body and has only become richer through the years. Cheers to all that are competing this week/weekend. To my Oiselle peeps, I will … [Read more...]
Tucson Elite via @Karathrowsjav
I competed in Tucson, Arizona last weekend at one of the most fun competitions of the year! Every May, the majority of elite American throwers head to the University of Arizona for a meet that features only field events, and focuses on the throws. It's always exciting to see long-time … [Read more...]
Why A Convicted Doper as the USA Team Coach is a Bad Idea via @laurenfleshman
Note: I don’t know all the facts, but from what I’ve read, this is my opinion. I’d love to hear yours, differing or otherwise. As far as I’m concerned, this topic is outrageous enough to be worth discussing and debating. In the end, the public guides policy. Please feel free … [Read more...]
On Coaching and Trust: What Separates Good from Great via @lashindademus
It’s really sad, but we just don’t see many female coaches in track and field. So when people find out that my mother is my coach, they’re amazed not only at our relationship dynamic (mother-daughter, coach-athlete) but also at her being a woman. One thing that … [Read more...]
Doha via @KarathrowsJav
A belated recap of the Doha Diamond League!I already told you that my travel was super easy! So my body felt pretty good warming up for competition because I'd traveled well and slept even better upon arrival. I also had a great roommate to pass the time with, and got to see Becky a lot, … [Read more...]
Kara Patterson Pre-Doha Thoughts
Deplaning in Frankfurt.City view from the warm-up track!Doha mosque at sunset from the warm-up track.Qatar Sports Club.I'm in a new part of the world! I've never been to the middle east before, so this is fun. Qatar is across the Persian Gulf from Iran and a little bit northeast-ish of … [Read more...]
Belated Drake Relays Wrap-up via Kara Patterson
This is a belated Drake Relays wrap-up post! I competed two Fridays ago at Drake Relays in Des Moines, Iowa. My family came, ASICS puts on the meet, Russ threw well, and I met some cool new friends, so the weekend was fabulous! Unfortunately, I could have thrown better, and my knee … [Read more...]