Kate Douglass Wins First Olympic Gold Medal

Swimmer Dominates Collegiate Career

Kate Douglass has had one of the most dominant collegiate careers in history, becoming the first Division I swimmer to win three individual national titles in three different strokes. The statistics major's race strategy was to stick to the plan, stay calm, and count strokes.

Breaking Barriers and Reaching Gold

Douglass's incredible performance continued at the Olympics, where she won her first gold medal in the 200-meter individual medley. She also competed in the 100-meter freestyle, 100-meter butterfly, and 4x200-meter freestyle relay, helping the United States win silver in the latter.

Douglass's success is a testament to her hard work and dedication. She is a role model for aspiring swimmers and athletes of all ages.