This week at our Colorado Springs Olympic & Paralympic Training Center, we welcomed Olympic gold medalist Danny O’Shea back to campus. His reflections underscore what makes the USOPC so special: our incredible Team Behind the Team who show up each day with passion, expertise and commitment to support Team USA. Congratulations to Danny and all the athletes of Team USA on an outstanding Olympic Games. Next up: the Paralympic Games on March 6.
United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee
Spectator Sports
Colorado Springs, Colorado 72,953 followers
The Team Behind Team USA – empowering Team USA athletes.
About us
At the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, our mission is empowering the competitive excellence and well-being of Team USA athletes, championing the power of sport, and inspiring the nation. We are the Team Behind the Team. We stand at the heart of a global, purpose-driven, multi-sport ecosystem, and together, through our love of sport, we are building a better, more inclusive world. Our core values and principles guide this work: Core Principles: - We promote and protect athletes’ rights, safety, and wellness. - We champion the integrity of sport. - Recognizing the expertise of our member organizations, especially NGBs, we respect their vital role and pledge our support to their success. - We set clear standards of organizational excellence and hold ourselves and all member organizations accountable. - As a trusted and influential leader, we’re committed to advancing the global Olympic and Paralympic movements, making a mark both internationally and domestically. - We honor and celebrate the legacy of Team USA athletes. Core Values: - Pursue Excellence - Lead Courageously - Serve Others - Foster Belonging The USOPC serves as both the National Olympic Committee and National Paralympic Committee for the United States. We are focused on protecting, supporting and empowering America’s elite athletes, and are responsible for fielding U.S. teams for the Olympic, Paralympic, Youth Olympic, Pan American and Parapan American Games, and serving as the steward of the Olympic and Paralympic movements in the U.S. A federally chartered nonprofit corporation, the USOPC is entirely privately funded through the generosity of the American public and the support of many commercial partners. To learn more about how you can be part of the Team Behind the Team, visit usopc.org/careers.
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- Spectator Sports
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- 201-500 employees
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- Colorado Springs, Colorado
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- 1894
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- Sports and Non- profit
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Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903, US
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We are grateful for the continued support of our U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Medical Network partners, including Cedars-Sinai, whose world‑class expertise helps keep Team USA healthy as we head into the Paralympic Winter Games next month, as well as LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games and beyond. As the Official Medical Provider for LA28, Cedars‑Sinai plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care to Team USA athletes. We have an incredible group of medical staff supporting Team USA on the ground in Italy throughout the 2026 Games. Thank you to Dr. David Kruse, Cedars‑Sinai Sports Medicine Specialist and Senior Medical Advisor for LA28, who will serve as Head Team Physician for the Team USA Milan Village Sports Medicine Clinic at the Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. We’re grateful for all our partners who help Team USA compete at their best.
Cedars-Sinai is proud to share that David Kruse, MD, sports medicine specialist in the Department of Orthopaedics at Cedars-Sinai, will serve as Head Team Physician for the Team USA Milan Village Clinic at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games. In this role, Dr. Kruse will lead the medical infrastructure supporting Team USA Paralympic athletes along with their coaches and staff, drawing on more than two decades of experience caring for elite athletes and longstanding involvement in the Olympic and Paralympic movement. His work in Milan also supports medical planning for the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games. “Dr. Kruse brings an exceptional combination of clinical skill, firsthand athletic experience and medical leadership within the Olympic and Paralympic movement,” said Casey Batten, MD, chief medical officer for LA28. “His expertise will be essential in supporting Team USA at Milano Cortina 2026 and as we continue to build a world-class medical system for the LA28 Games.” Learn more about Dr. Kruse’s role, experience and how Cedars-Sinai supports Team USA athletes as they prepare for international competition: https://ceda.rs/4azRCBY
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I've been watching. I've been cheering. And I've been feeling every moment. And what you showed the world, it wasn't just talent, it was unity. And it came from different cities, different communities, different backgrounds, but you stood together as brothers and sisters. You supported each other. You fought for each other. You represented something bigger than yourselves. Strong. Diverse. Resilient. United. You didn't just compete. You inspired. You reminded the world that we need to stand together. We're unstoppable when we're together. So hold your heads up high. Be proud of what you've accomplished, but even more and be proud of how you showed up for one another. That's the real goal right there. Team USA and United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, we family. And what I like to say to my family, I'm proud to stand with you as a family member. Always and forever. Much love from Coach Snoop, USA all day 🇺🇲
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We're grateful for the support of our incredible partners, like PENNYMAC, and the unique ways each is helping fuel Team USA athletes on the road to Milano Cortina 2026 and looking ahead to LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games. As the official mortgage provider of Team USA, Pennymac is championing athletes on their journeys toward homeownership. We're thankful for their holistic commitment to Team USA.
For U.S. Olympian, Alex Ferreira, it all starts at home. We’re proud to be the Official Mortgage Provider for Team USA and homeowners like Alex. 🇺🇸🏡 #TeamUSA #TeamPennymac #Homeowner #MilanoCortina2026
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We are thrilled to announce the Team USA Athlete Recovery Program in partnership with Eli Lilly and Company. The Team USA Athlete Recovery Program provides targeted rehabilitation support for athletes managing complex or extended recovery needs – with expertise, coordinated care, and support to help them navigate these journeys. Thank you to Lilly, who will support access to the Team USA Athlete Recovery Program following the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 and through the LA28 Games, while collaborating on storytelling that showcases recovery journeys to raise awareness of the comprehensive ecosystem available to Team USA athletes. Learn more >> https://lnkd.in/g_zcWj74
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We’re excited to welcome ŌURA as the Official Wearable of Team USA and the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games. Thank you, ŌURA for your support of U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes throughout the 2026 and 2028 Games to provide valuable insights into sleep, recovery, and overall wellbeing.
We’re proud to announce that ŌURA is the Official Wearable of Team USA and the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games. 🇺🇸🏅 This partnership reflects a shared belief that sleep, recovery, and overall wellbeing are foundational to performance — especially at the highest level of sport. As the exclusive provider of continuous health and fitness tracking devices in our category, ŌURA will support U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes across the 2026 and 2028 Games, helping them better understand their bodies as they train, recover, and compete. This work builds on our existing support of Team USA National Governing Bodies. Since 2024, ŌURA has supported organizations including U.S. Ski & Snowboard and USA Hockey, enabling athletes to monitor training load, readiness, and recovery in support of performance planning and competition preparation. In 2025, that support expanded to U.S. Speed Skating and U.S. Women’s Soccer — including efforts to better understand sleep, recovery, and their role in sustaining performance across training and competition cycles. “Supporting the health and performance of U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes requires a holistic approach that extends beyond training alone,” said Dr. Jonathan Finnoff, DO, Chief Medical Officer for Team USA. “Wearable technologies like Oura Ring provide valuable insights into sleep, recovery, and overall wellbeing, helping athletes and medical teams make more informed, individualized decisions as they prepare for the physical and mental demands of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.” Guided by scientifically validated insights, our work with Team USA reinforces the role of recovery and readiness in sustaining peak performance — not just for elite athletes, but for anyone striving to perform at their best. We’re honored to support Team USA as they train and perform on the world’s biggest stage. #WithOura #LA28Partner #LA28Games #TeamUSA
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The Olympic Games Milano Cortina 2026 kick off tomorrow with the Opening Ceremony! Here’s how to keep up with every moment of Team USA action: Watch live: Bookmark this comprehensive schedule and filter by sport, athlete or event for options to tune in on NBC, CNBC and USA Network, and stream all events on Peacock >> https://lnkd.in/gRWysCRU Follow along: Visit TeamUSA.com for comprehensive coverage, including schedules, athlete features, results, and news throughout the Games. Catch behind-the-scenes moments and highlights by following @TeamUSA on social channels. >> https://lnkd.in/g25W5tSw Stay in the know: Sign up for Team USA Breaking News for instant alerts, major moments, and announcements—delivered straight to your inbox. >> https://lnkd.in/gF3SMgrM Let the Games begin. 🇺🇸
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Calling all retired Team USA athletes 🇺🇸 Applications are now open for the third cohort of the donor-funded USOPC Athlete Fellowship Program – a unique, year-long opportunity to kick-start your post-athletic career while continuing to support the Movement you know so well. As a Fellow, you’ll join the Team Behind the Team and gain experience inside a global, purpose-driven, multi-sport organization. What’s in store: - Two, six-month rotations based in Colorado Springs across select USOPC departments - Real-world experience contributing to meaningful, organization-wide projects - Mentorship, 1:1 career coaching, and professional development workshops - Skills and education designed to support long-term career growth – within sport and beyond 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gg9Ngi7A
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It’s official. We’re proud to introduce the 2026 U.S. Olympic Team. 🇺🇸 232 incredible Team USA athletes. One unstoppable team ready to represent the United States on the world’s biggest stage. Each member of this team has earned this opportunity through years of perseverance, grit, and belief. Together with the full community behind Team USA, we celebrate this achievement — and all that’s ahead. We’ll be cheering them on and supporting them every step of the way as they chase Olympic dreams in Italy. 🔗 Meet the 2026 Olympic Team >> https://lnkd.in/guvanbaa Follow their journey to Making Team USA, presented by Xfinity >> https://lnkd.in/e5VzEuh9
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The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Centers are a true home away from home for Team USA – where training, recovery, and preparation come together every day. Experts in sport science, medicine, nutrition, and more across our Team Behind the Team help create an environment where athletes can thrive. Thanks to our incredible partners at Saatva – the official mattress and restorative sleep provider of Team USA – who recently outfitted 110 bedrooms at the Colorado Springs Olympic & Paralympic Training Center so athletes can rest just as hard as they train. Two-time Paralympic medalist Noah Elliott takes us inside the Training Center, where the work happens, recovery matters, and preparation never stops. Learn more >> https://lnkd.in/gCzxYCmA
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