Agora Sports

Anyone tune into the Boston Marathon? 🏃🏾‍♀️

As the world’s oldest annual marathon, it’s more than just a race—it’s a celebration of endurance, determination, and the human spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or cheer from the sidelines, this iconic event and the incredible athletes who participate inspire us all.

Congrats to Sisay Lemma, Hellen Obiri and all of the other runners in this year's Boston Marathon. 👏🏼

https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/15/boston-marathon-live-updates-results/

We believe every individual has a unique flame burning within them. 🔥

Whether it's the rush of scoring a winning goal, the thrill of conquering new heights on the track, or the joy of perfecting that swing—sports ignite our souls like nothing else. So, tell us, what drives you? Share your passion with us in the comments—we'd love to hear your story. 👇🏽

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/

In the final episode of the first season of the podcast, Mary and your host Carrie are taking time to reflect on the incredible journey that this podcast has embarked upon, celebrating the diverse stories and insights shared by their guests. Hear clips from several prior guests. From Alysia Montano‘s reflections on the evolving landscape of youth sports, Alicia Sacramone Quinn‘s insights on sacrifice and perseverance, to Elle St. Pierre’s insights into a strong work ethic, each conversation offers a unique perspective on the intersection of sports, life, and family.

🎙 Listen here:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/celebrating-youth-sports-and-life-lessons-reflecting-on-season-1-of-the-podcast/

If you have a kid that pole vaults, we see you. 🔥

Diving into the skies since ancient times, pole vaulting is more than just a sport—it's a testament to human ambition and athleticism. From its origins in ancient Greece to its modern-day evolution, pole vaulting inspires youth to reach new heights both on and off the field.

Fun fact: The world record stands at 20 ft 5.5 in, broken by Swedish-American vaulter Armand Duplantis in 2023.

https://www.ciscoathletic.com/blog/interesting-facts-about-pole-vaulting/

Empowering athletes at every level is at the heart of Agora Sports. Our mission? To create a world where everyone has the opportunity to play and thrive in sports. Join us as we revolutionize the sports ecosystem, uniting players from grassroots to Olympic champions, with sustainable solutions for all.

Tune into our podcast—hosted by Olympian Carrie Tollefson that unites listeners with some of America’s most iconic Olympians as they discuss their love of sport:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/

Episode 9 of our podcast is now live. 🎉 Listen in this week as host Carrie Tollefson interviews Elle St. Pierre, an absolutely remarkable Olympian who has recently etched her name in the annals of track and field history!

This episode isn’t just about medals and records; it’s about resilience, determination, and the power of pursuing your passion against all odds. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete, a sports enthusiast, or simply someone in need of inspiration, Elle’s story is sure to leave you feeling motivated and empowered!

🎙 Tune in here:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/from-the-farm-to-the-world-championships-with-elle-st-pierre/

The Masters Tournament is just around the corner, bringing the world's best players together for an unforgettable competition. We're ready to witness history on the greens, are you?

Who are you rooting for? Our money's on Scottie Scheffler.

https://www.masters.com/index.html

April is National Youth Sports Safety Month, highlighting the importance of preventing sports injuries in children. Join us in promoting safety measures on and off the field, inspired by Rita Glassman's advocacy for our young athletes' well-being.

How do you ensure your kid's safety on and off the field?

https://nationaltoday.com/national-youth-sports-safety-month/

Today’s podcast guest is none other than the legendary Buzz Schneider, hockey icon and Olympic gold medalist. (He is so legendary, in fact, that he has even been played by Jonathan Sagal in a movie!)

🎙 Tune in as we journey through Buzz’s remarkable career, from his early days on the ice in Minnesota to his unforgettable moments on the world stage:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/from-underdog-to-olympian-with-buzz-schneider/

Agora, derived from ancient Greek, refers to a central public space or marketplace where people gather for various activities, discussions, and commerce. In the context of "Agora Sports," it symbolizes a dynamic hub uniting athletes, enthusiasts, and brands in a vibrant community focused on the love and passion for sports.

& we're just getting started... you in?

Learn more and join the conversation here:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/

The locker room:

A place of community. A place to celebrate the day's accomplishments. A place to decompress after a hard loss.

It's the meeting place we're all familiar with, likely steeped in our own unique memories from past teams we hold close to our hearts. And believe it or not, archaeologists in Nineveh, Egypt unearthed a locker dating approximately 4,000 years ago.

Can you imagine the memories locked in that box?

https://www.ozloka.com/the-history-of-lockers-and-a-few-historical-locker-moments/ #

You don't want to miss this one: Join us as we sit down with fellow Olympian Gwen Jorgensen and her mother, Nancy Jorgensen, in this inspiring episode, hosted by Carrie Tollefson.

Gwen, the first American to clinch Olympic gold in the triathlon, shares her incredible journey from being an accountant to a world-class triathlete. We dive into the emotional highs and lows of her Olympic triumph, her transition from swimming to track and field, and the pivotal role her parents played in nurturing her passion for sports.

From discussing Gwen’s recent return to triathlon after a seven-year hiatus to the lessons learned from their collaborative books, our conversation is brimming with wisdom and inspiration. Listen to the latest at the link below as we celebrate Gwen’s resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment to her dreams:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/go-gwen-go-with-gwen-nancy-jorgensen/

Passionate about sports as much as we are? Have a cool triumph to share in your sports journey—a recent win, sports team advancement, or personal best?

We want to hear from you. We're on a mission to amplify and support the varied voices in the sports ecosystem, and it starts with real stories. Whether you're an athlete yourself or have a friend, kid, or family member that is, send us a DM, and let's chat.

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/

In today’s podcast episode, host Carrie Tollefson sits down with three-time Olympian gymnast, fellow NBC commentator, and director of FlipFest, a gymnastics camp, John Roethlisberger.

We dive into his incredible journey, filled with familial gymnastic influences, three Olympic Games, and the profound impact of his dad as a coach.

🎙 Tune in for an episode packed with inspiration, laughter, and genuine reflections on life as an elite athlete, coach, and parent. Get ready to be motivated and entertained on this journey through the world of gymnastics and beyond:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/excellence-in-life-not-just-elite-athletics-with-john-roethlisberger/

March marks National Athletic Training Month, a global tribute to the unwavering dedication and expertise of athletic trainers. This celebration acknowledges their crucial role in shaping athlete development and healthcare. Not everyone is cut out for athletic training, but for those who give their all—guiding athletes to victory and medals—it's an unparalleled and deeply fulfilling journey.

The first bench of National Athletic Trainers' Association, established to pioneer and organize athletic sports in the country, was formed in 1950, and comprised of just four individuals. Fast forward to today, and NATA has over 43,000 members worldwide—a true testament to the importance of athletic trainers.

Learn more about the work they're doing today:

https://www.nata.org/

Welcome to the future entertainment network for ALL SPORT. 🔥

We are building the world’s first entertainment network that actively promotes and fuels the benefit of sport; an independent, sustainable economic solution. A solution that unifies all players in the sports ecosystem from youth sport participants to Olympians seeking to capitalize on their earning opportunities.

⬇️ Sign up for our email list to learn more about Agora Sports and how you can get involved:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/

On episode 5 of the podcast we're bringing on the first woman to ever go back-to-back, Dawn Harper-Nelson 🥇🥈

The Olympic Gold and Silver 100m Hurdler shares with host Carrie Tollefson how she went from winning medals to sprinting after her little ones.

🎙 Listen to the latest here:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/preparing-for-the-moment-with-dawn-harper-nelson/

What first started as a handball game, “jeu de paume” aka "game of the palm," has skyrocketed into one of the world's most beloved sports.

Loudest grunt in tennis? None other than miss Maria Sharapova at a whooping 105 decibels. That's louder than a small aircraft taking off and matches the intensity of a blaring car horn.

https://nationaltoday.com/world-tennis-day/

Any hockey players in your family? Quiz them on this: when did the first indoor hockey game occur?

Explore more interesting facts about the sport we all know and love:

https://www.wbspenguins.com/blog/7-interesting-facts-about-hockey/

Tune into episode 4 of our podcast as host Carrie Tollefson and special guest Alicia Sacramone Quinn discuss doing flips and somersaults through life with a quarterback husband and three kids.

🎙 We jump into how this 11-time Olympic and World Championships medalist gets it done in the latest. Listen here:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/finding-your-voice-in-elite-sports-with-olympic-gymnast-alicia-sacramone-quinn/

Episode two of our podcast series, Journey Together, is now streaming wherever you listen to podcasts. 🏊🏼‍♀️

America’s next superstar in the pool, Regan Smith, joins host, Carrie Tollefson, in an episode you don't want to miss. Now training under Bob Bowman with the Arizona State University professional training group, Regan holds an impressive track record at only 22 years old. She's a world junior record holder in the women's long course 100-meter backstroke and 200-meter backstroke, and competed at the 2020 Summer Olympics, taking home a bronze medal in the 100-meter backstroke, a silver medal in the 200-meter butterfly, and a silver medal in the 4×100-meter medley relay.

🎙 Tune in to catch up on all three episodes now:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/

Think you have a fast tennis serve?

Believe it or not, the fastest known serve in tennis was clocked at a whopping 163.4 mph by Samuel Groth from Australia in 2012 during an ATP Challenger tournament in Busan, South Korea. 🤯

Read more here:

https://en.as.com/other_sports/what-is-the-fastest-tennis-serve-ever-recorded-n-2/

Episode 3 of our podcast series, Journey Together, just dropped. ✨

Known as the pregnant runner with a flower in her hair, host Carrie Tollefson discusses how Alysia Montano is changing the way we view females in both career and motherhood.

🎙 Tune in here:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/

Agora Sports was launched to build an independent, sustainable economic solution for all sports. A solution that unifies all players in the sports ecosystem from youth sport participants through to Olympians seeking to capitalize on their earning opportunities.

Stay tuned for new podcast episodes, community spotlights and conversations with some of the greatest icons in sport. We're just getting started. 🔥

Connect with us or sign up for our email list to learn more about Agora Sports Entertainment and how you might be able to get involved:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/

Our podcast is officially LIVE. 🎉

Our series, Journey Together, unites listeners with some of America's most iconic Olympians as they discuss their love of sport. Episode one caught up with our host, Carrie Tollefson, an elite middle distance runner and three-time national champion and Olympian.

Episode two guest? None other than Regan Smith, America’s next superstar in the pool, world record holder, and biggest star for Paris 2024.

🎙 Hear it here first:

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/

Meet our new host of our first podcast series, Journey Together: Carrie Tollefson, an elite middle-distance runner hailing from St. Paul, Minnesota.

Carrie was born and raised in Dawson, Minnesota where she was a 13-time State Champion: eight in track and five in cross country. Her five cross country titles established a national record for most consecutive titles, which still stands to this day.

In her post-collegiate journey, she became a three-time national champion and represented the US in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece. Carrie was voted the Fourth Most Beautiful Athlete in the World by Sports Illustrated in 2006 and has graced the cover of numerous magazines, including Track & Field News, Running Times, and, most notably, five covers of Runner’s World.

She's also worked on-camera with ESPN, NBC, ABC, and more, has and has done commentary for several world class events, including the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, Boston Marathon, Tokyo Marathon and Foot Locker Nationals. Currently residing in Minnesota with her family, Carrie continues to make waves, recently clocking a 2:51:56 marathon at the 2019 Twin Cities Marathon. Talk about a resume!

🎙 Tune in for episode one Tuesday, February 13th.

https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/

Parents of high school swimmers, this one's for you: Did you know that the average high school swimmer clocks in a whopping 1 million strokes per season. 🤯 That's pretty impressive.

We're curious... what are some other noteworthy facts about your kid's sport that may go unnoticed? 👇🏽

https://www.littlefinsswimschool.com/blog/10-weird-swimmer-facts

Big news incoming: We're launching a podcast. 🎙

Our first series, Journey Together, is hosted by Carrie Tollefson, an elite middle distance runner, three-time national champion and Olympian. Tune in for a series that unites listeners with some of America's most iconic Olympians as they discuss their love of sport. Each episode features a celebrity athlete, plus a road full of conversation, connection and revelation as we explore the lifelong benefits of playing sport.

✨ Come get inspired to live your own journey of a happier and healthier life. Stay tuned for episode one dropping Tuesday, February 12th.

Tune in here: https://agorasportsnetwork.com/journey-together/

Calling all athletes 🔔

Did you, your classmate or your child just win the 200 butterfly? Connect for the game winner in a penalty shootout, or score a perfect 10 on the mat?

Whatever your lane is—the soccer field, tennis court, pool, rink, track or gym—we want to hear from you. Send us a message or comment below so we can feature you + amplify voices in the sports we all know and love. ⚽️

Learn more at www.agorasportsnetwork.com

Parent of a runner, or one yourself?

The world record for the fastest mile stands at a relentless 3 minutes and 43 seconds, set by Hicham El Guerrouj in 1999 and still held to this day. Clocks don't lie, and neither does grit. It's not just about the track; it's about pushing boundaries, smashing records, and leaving your mark.

https://www.runtothefinish.com/fastest-mile-ever-ran/

🏃🏽‍♂️ Ready to lace up and conquer your own personal mile? Tune into our podcast; a series that unites listeners with some of America's most iconic Olympians as they discuss their love of sport. Listen to episode one on Tuesday, February 13th.