Jadin O’Brien, overcoming health struggles and limited experience, earned a spot on the U.S. Olympic bobsled team for the 2026 Winter Games.

Jadin O’Brien, a former Notre Dame track star and indoor pentathlon champion, will compete in the two-woman bobsled event at the 2026 Winter Olympics after answering an Instagram message that led her to a tryout in Lake Placid. Despite having only two bobsled races under her belt, she earned a spot on the U.S. Olympic team, overcoming a childhood autoimmune disorder, multiple injuries, and a serious crash in St. Moritz. Now pushing alongside veteran Elana Meyers Taylor, O’Brien’s journey reflects resilience and the unpredictable path to Olympic dreams.