Sha’Carri Richardson embraced the role of a mentor as she looked ahead to the Colgate Women’s Games Finals in its 50th season. She joined other elite athletes such as Ajee Wilson and Natasha Hastings to inspire young girls and emphasize confidence and leadership during the 50th anniversary of the United States’ largest amateur female track series.
Richardson has not yet taken to the track in 2026 but has been training consistently in preparation for the races ahead.
Sha’Carri Richardson Steps Into a Different Role for the Colgate Women’s Games Finals
Richardson, the 2023 world champion in the 100m, has been doing more than just showcasing her prowess on the track. She has taken on various roles off the track, including serving as a founding advisor-owner of the new team-based Athlos track-and-field league, which is set to debut in 2026.
The Olympian was in contention at the 2025 World Championships but finished fifth in the women’s 100m final. She did, however, anchor the U.S. women’s 4×100m relay team to a gold medal, her second achievement in the discipline. Since then, the 25-year-old has not competed but has instead inspired young girls at the Colgate Women’s Games’ 50th anniversary in November 2025. She brought her story to the fore, sharing how track and field helped her discover her true self.
In a recent Instagram post, she expressed her anticipation for the Finals of the longest-running indoor track and field series for girls and women and took pride in being part of an event that empowers young girls and paves the way for future generations of athletes. She also added a bold message about how far the sport can take an athlete when there is belief.
“We’re just two weeks out from the 50th Colgate Women’s Games Finals! This event is all about empowering young girls to find their strength and pursue their dreams, on and off the track. I’m so excited to be part of #CWG50, where I can show love to the women who paved the way and celebrate the next generation of athletes. When you give this sport all that you’ve got, you never know how far it can take you,” she wrote.
Richardson announced that she would be in New York City on Feb. 7, and fans can drop by to enjoy the event.
The 25-year-old competed in her signature event in Paris, finishing second behind Julien Alfred, and was also part of the winning relay team. Ahead of the Los Angeles Games in 2028, Richardson shared her views on women’s sprinting reaching its maximum potential in terms of competition, talent, and energy, and how she has kept herself laser-focused in achieving personal goals and contributing to growing the sport both nationally and internationally.
Richardson rose to fame with her collegiate record-breaking performance in the 100m, set during her freshman year at Louisiana State University.
