Olympic gold medalist Wilma Rudolph once said, “Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit ...
Wilma Rudolph, an iconic figure in Olympic history, emerged from humble beginnings and significant physical challenges to become one of the most celebrated athletes of the 20th century.
As part of Minnesota's celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day on Wednesday, Feb. 5, University of St. Thomas athletics administrator Amy Cooper received the Wilma Rudolph Courage Award.