Looking for some great social media accounts to follow in the new year? Look no further! The Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018 are just around the corner, and Team USA athletes are all ready to go. Here are 18 of them who will fill your feeds with killer content.
1. Gus Kenworthy (@guskenworthy), Freestyle Skiing
Come for the travel photos, stay for the Halloween costumes! Kenworthy shares snippets of every aspect of his life, from the incredible to the incredibly goofy. Actually… it’s almost always at least a little goofy.
2. Adam Rippon (@Adaripp), Figure Skating
His favorite person is Adam Rippon and yours should be too! Rippon is known for his sass and holds nothing back on Twitter. Follow for a personality as big as his performances.
There’s been a lot questions to whether I compete with butt pads on and I’d like to set the record straight and let it be known that no, it’s just my real butt. Thank you for your interest, comments, and concern. Love you.
— Adam Rippon (@Adaripp) December 9, 2017
Heading into the competition tomorrow, I just want everyone to know that my mom thinks I’m the best and I really hope the judges take that into consideration.
— Adam Rippon (@Adaripp) November 9, 2017
My mom once told me she named me Adam because she thought it sounded "under the radar" but she didn’t know who she was dealing with.
— Adam Rippon (@Adaripp) December 14, 2017
3. John Daly (@johndalyusa), Skeleton
Daly’s Instagram bio says he’s “a slightly funny, decently athletic, perfect haired dude,” and that pretty much sums it up! Daly doesn’t take himself too seriously and is always good for a light-hearted post or some inspirational words of wisdom.
4. Alex Deibold (@adeibold), Snowboarding
Looking for your next computer wallpaper? Look no further than Deibold’s Instagram. He frequently posts jaw-dropping shots of scenery from around the world, so be prepared for some serious wanderlust.
5. Brenna Huckaby (@bren_hucks), Para Snowboarding
If her purple hair didn’t tell you already, Huckaby knows how to have fun. She has a big personality that shines through in each of her Tweets, from cute pictures of her daughter to jokes about life as an amputee.
“if it costs us an arm and a leg.... well Brenna knows a good prosthetist..” My parents everyone 🤣
— Brenna (@bren_hucks) December 10, 2017
When I get engaged my fiance better introduce me as his Beyonce or else the wedding is called off.
— Brenna (@bren_hucks) November 15, 2017
The gym is windy today pic.twitter.com/6nGYw7oUcz
— Brenna (@bren_hucks) November 5, 2017
6. Maia and Alex Shibutani (@MaiaShibutani, @AlexShibutani), Figure Skating
The Shibs are bona fide social media stars, cranking out stellar Instagram shots and YouTube vlogs. But one of their best assets is old home movies, giving us a (way too cute!) glimpse of the siblings before they were superstars.
Cookie and me, we go WAYYY back! *Cookie Monster voice* 😉 (October, 1996) pic.twitter.com/jM24UsUbQW
— Maia Shibutani (@MaiaShibutani) November 24, 2017
“5 Tips On Spending Lots Of Time With Your Sibling And Still Getting Along”
— Alex Shibutani (@AlexShibutani) December 7, 2017
I explain the importance of communication and food. As you can see, @MaiaShibutani and I have had the food thing down pat since the very beginning. https://t.co/M5uOoShmfg pic.twitter.com/kDviopLOg2
If you can’t tell what I'm doing, let me clear it up... I'm OBVIOUSLY skating on the floor 😂
— Maia Shibutani (@MaiaShibutani) November 18, 2017
(September, 1997) • @ShibSibs pic.twitter.com/uloofAk66t
7. Amy Purdy (@amypurdygurl), Para Snowboarding
Wondering what a day in the life of a Paralympian looks like? Look no further than Purdy’s Instagram! Her photos hit the highlights while her stories take you through her day-to-day like no other.
8. Keith Gabel (@grizzlygabel on Instagram), Para Snowboarding
Gabel and his wife are quintessential free spirits and spent the better part of his offseason traveling around the United States in their van. His Instagram feed displays all kinds of hidden gems from their travels.
9. Elana Meyers Taylor (@eamslider24 on Twitter), Bobsled
Meyers Taylor is a two-time Olympic medalist and one of the best bobsled pilots in the world. She also happens to be one of the kindest, most generous members of Team USA, always reaching out to congratulate other athletes on their successes and thanking those that support her. Follow her on Twitter to add some good vibes to your life.
Congrats to @ecsluge @summerbritcher @erinhamlin @jterdimanUSA and @MMortensenUSA on making the @TeamUSA Olympic team! 🇺🇸
— Elana Meyers Taylor OLY (@eamslider24) December 16, 2017
Congrats! Hope to see you there! https://t.co/AYDvvaVZrM
— Elana Meyers Taylor OLY (@eamslider24) December 18, 2017
After not having our sleds all week, I'm stoked about 🥈 yesterday in Winterberg World Cup! I promise I drive with my eyes open 😉 Thanks to so many athletes and countries for helping @TeamUSA get thru this week and the @IBSFsliding for being flexible. @USBSF pic.twitter.com/8LRM4IXo7y
— Elana Meyers Taylor OLY (@eamslider24) December 10, 2017
10. Jason Brown (@jasonbskates), Figure Skating
Is there a happier human on the face of the earth than Jason Brown? We think not! Brown is a perpetual ray of sunshine, capable of bringing you a smile on even the worst of days. He also makes a dance video for each event at which he competes, showcasing the city and culture of the location – and often other skaters!
Couldn't leave #SCI17 without putting some sort of dance video together!! レジーナの あちこちでダンス!@TeamUSA @USFigureSkating @SkateCanada 🕺💃❤️🇨🇦✨🍁🎉🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/PVQkCMx5LA
— Jason Brown (@jasonbskates) October 31, 2017
🤷♂️ pic.twitter.com/DZqxpehDTr
— Jason Brown (@jasonbskates) December 21, 2017
Time to say goodbye to 22! 😘You've been quite a year! ✨名古屋のあちこちでダンス!明日、ぼくは23さいです!#Nagoya 🎉✌️❤️ pic.twitter.com/exh3wYVCC3
— Jason Brown (@jasonbskates) December 15, 2017
11. Lindsey Vonn (@lindseyvonn), Alpine Skiing
If you’re not already following Vonn, you’re missing out on photos of her tight-knit squad: the @vonndogs. Lucy, Leo and Bear accompany Vonn almost everywhere, from the gym to the airport to business meetings to Christmas shopping. They’re a guaranteed mood-lifter!
12. Jamie Anderson (@jamieanderson), Snowboarding
Is Anderson the coolest Olympic gold medalist ever? Quite possibly. Her cross-training regime includes long-boarding and yoga, and don’t be surprised if you catch a glimpse of her literally hugging a tree.
13. Jessie Diggins (@jessiediggins), Cross-Country Skiing
Diggins might be training for her second Olympic Winter Games, but that sure doesn’t stop her from dancing through life! Diggins is never short on enthusiasm, and her Instagram allows you to follow her giant grin around the world.
14. Shaun White (@shaunwhite), Snowboarding
White always keeps it real with his legion of fans. His Instagram shows every side of his life, from displaying his fashion-forward style (he has his own clothing line!) to showing his new tricks in the halfpipe to giving injury updates.
15. Hagen Kearney (@hagenkearney), Snowboarding
Kearney does it all. No, really. He plays guitar in a band. He skateboards. He rides mountain bikes. He rides motorcycles. And, oh yeah, he’s vying for a spot on the Olympic team in snowboardcross.
16. Matt Hamilton (@MattJamilton on Twitter), Curling
When you picture a curler, does a guy with purple patent leather Air Jordan 1s come to mind? Hamilton doesn’t fit the traditional mold of his sport, and that’s just fine with him. Follow his Twitter for some dry wit and, of course, his incredible mustache.
— Matt Hamilton (@MattJamilton) December 5, 2017
Got the eye of the tiger today!!! Photo cred: rich harmer pic.twitter.com/11STdNmfUa
— Matt Hamilton (@MattJamilton) November 12, 2017
Had a blast out here at the #TeamUSAMediaSummit !!! Time for some Rand R here in Utah. pic.twitter.com/2GfLYImVQy
— Matt Hamilton (@MattJamilton) September 27, 2017
17. Joey Mantia (@joeymantia), Speedskating
Mantia’s Instagram account is great for anyone looking for some #MondayMotivation… and #TuesdayMotivation… and #WednesdayMotivation… you get the idea. Every day is leg day for Mantia, and you won’t be able to look away.
18. David Wise (@davidwise), Freestyle Skiing
Wise isn’t just an Olympic gold medalist. He also happens to be the dad of two young kids. What’s it like training to be the best while trying to be a gold-medal dad? Wise gives the inside scoop.