Kersee, a six-time Olympic medalist, is a beacon of hope for the youth of East St. Louis through her JJK Foundation.

Jackie Joyner-Kersee was the first woman to register more ... fast little cheerleader") for her young -- but old-fashioned -- mom. Mary slowed her down. She told Jackie she couldn't date until ...

Jackie Joyner-Kersee, who will be the featured speaker ... Her approach to training mirrors how she coaches young athletes today — emphasizing gradual improvement. "Asking them to ask themselves ...

That's not the case for these young people. "Sometimes, I’m the first one here (and) the last one to leave,” Jackie ...

Through her JJK Foundation, six-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee empowers the youth of East St. Louis with her “Winning in Life” curriculum, proving success can be achieved right at home ...

PORTAGE, MI — The city of Portage will welcome track and field athlete Jackie Joyner-Kersee on Feb. 1. The free Black History Month presentation will begin at 6 p.m. at the Portage Zhang Senior ...

Jackie Joyner-Kersee was an all-around athlete ... fast little cheerleader") for her young -- but old-fashioned -- mom. Mary slowed her down. She told Jackie she couldn't date until she was ...