Tag: Olympic Games

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp infielder Eddy Alvarez at the Opening Ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics

Posted onAuthorJax Examiner

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp infielder Eddy Alvarez was one of two flag bearers for the United States during the Opening Ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics this morning. “I like to explain it as I’m a prime example of what the American dream is,” he said. “To Read More …

Erin Jackson goes from Jacksonville Roller Derby to US Olympic team

Posted onAuthorDave Burkey

Erin Jackson of our very own Jacksonville Roller Derby is headed to the Winter Olympics in PyeongChang. She is the first black woman to represent Team USA in Olympic long-track speed skating. Jackson finished third in 39.04 seconds in the 500-meter race last Friday in Read More …