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Erin Jackson Keeps Racing After Milano-Cortina Near-Miss, Centering Joy Over Medals

Selected by teammates as flagbearer, she says recent injuries reinforced her calm, happiness-first approach.

Overview

  • Jackson finished fifth in the Milan-Cortina 500 meters, missing the podium by 0.05 seconds.
  • She says winning is not everything and describes learning resilience after injuries cost her a sizable portion of the season.
  • The 2022 Olympic 500-meter champion continues her campaign and has been training and competing in the Netherlands.
  • Jackson features in Hershey’s Olympic “It’s Your Happy Place” campaign, highlighting everyday joy and personal rituals, including her fondness for Reese’s Pieces during training.
  • Peer-selected to carry Team USA’s flag at the opening ceremony, she recalls a lighter, more open Games in Milan with the freedom to explore and reconnect with teammates.