Meet Our First Three &Mother Athletes!
With the backing of our Founding Partner, Cadenshae, we are excited to announce our support for three incredible athletes: Dawn Harper Nelson, Sara Vaughn, and Olicia Williams:
Dawn Harper-Nelson (36) competes in the 100m hurdles and won gold in the event in Beijing in 2008 before claiming the silver in London in 2012. Harper-Nelson is mother to Harper Renee Nelson, born April 2019.
Sara Vaughn (34) is a middle-distance runner who specializes in the 1500m. One of her most recent successes was placing third at the US Outdoor Track and Field Championships in California in 2017. Vaughn is a mother of four: Kiki (14), Calia (10), Cassidy (5) and Davey (1).
Olicia Williams (26) will be competing in the 800m at the US Olympic trials. As a Baylor University athlete, Williams was NCAA All-American and two time Big 12 Champion in the 800m. Williams is mother to three-year-old Gia.
Harper-Nelson says she’s beyond excited for the challenges ahead.
“I know I speak for myself, Sara and Olicia when I say everyday of our training is about putting in our very best to give us the greatest chance at the Olympic trials to make the Olympic team. The blessing in all of this is not only are we pursuing our dreams but in doing so, we are able to create more exposure for the cause.”
“We wouldn’t be where we are without the true support of &Mother and Cadenshae. It’s something very satisfying to be backed by these companies and people that “get it.” They get the fight and desire...the behind the scenes and everyday life of not just an athlete, but a mother that wants to thrive. Hopefully, our part in this initiative will see positive outcomes in the future for all women, in all careers,” says Harper-Nelson.
“This is our time...we so deserve it.”
