In this powerhouse episode of the Winners Find A Way show, host Trent M. Clark sits down with Andy Whittier, a USA Skeleton athlete and Olympic hopeful, to uncover what it really takes to chase greatness on the world’s fastest and most dangerous ice tracks.
From a small town in Idaho to training on Olympic tracks in Lake Placid, Andy’s journey is one of bold pivots, fearless discipline, and relentless commitment. A former college football walk-on turned skeleton competitor, Andy shares what it means to build a dream with no guarantees—only grit, guts, and community support.
If you’ve ever questioned your limits or wondered how Olympic athletes train, think, and fund their way to the podium, this episode is a front-row seat to that reality.
🔥 Key Topics Covered:
- Going from Idaho State football to USA Skeleton at age 22
- Day-in-the-life training at Lake Placid: sprint work, strength, recovery
- Skeleton speeds topping 89 mph—and why the G-forces are no joke
- Mental toughness in a sport where inches determine outcomes
- What it's like to self-fund your Olympic journey
- The power of belief, discipline, and a great attitude
🎯 Special Spotlight:
🏅 Andy’s Olympic Dream:
The Olympic team will be announced January 21, with sights set on Cortina, Italy – 2026 Winter Olympics. Andy is pushing hard for a spot on Team USA.
📣 Support the Mission:
Help fuel Andy’s self-funded journey to the podium through sponsorship and donations.
🌐 Website: AndyWhittier.com3
📚 Recommended Shoutouts:
- Sponsors helping Andy chase gold:
- Lookout Credit Union
- Cole Chevrolet
- Hooligans Bar and Grill
- Luco Prince
👉 Real athletes. Real discipline. Real drive.
🎧 Catch the full episode on Friday — available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube & all major platforms.
📺 Watch the full interview now on YouTube Live — join the conversation and drop your questions for Andy!
Follow & Connect with Andy Whittier:
Instagram: [@andywhittierusa]
Website: AndyWhittier.com
Follow & Connect with Trent Clark:
💡 Website: Leadershipity.com
🎙️ Podcast: Winners Find a Way
📩 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/trentmclark
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