About the Founder
Kaillie Humphries is a renowned bobsledder who has made an indelible mark on the sport with her exceptional talent, determination, and unwavering dedication. Born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Kaillie has emerged as one of the most successful and celebrated athletes in the history of bobsledding.
Olympic Success
Kaillie's Olympic journey is nothing short of remarkable. She made her Olympic debut at the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver, where she captured the gold medal in the two-woman bobsleigh event. This historic victory made her the first female Canadian to win Olympic gold in bobsledding.
She continued her dominance at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, successfully defending her title and securing a second consecutive gold medal. Kaillie captured Bronze in the 2018 South Korea Olympics
Transition to Team USA
In 2019, Kaillie made a significant decision to represent the United States in international competition. Her move was driven by personal reasons and a desire for new challenges. Despite the change in representation, Kaillie's dedication and passion for bobsledding remain unwavering. She would go on to win 3 consecutive World Championships and the first ever Gold Medal in the 2022 Beijing Olympics in the Monobob competition. An event she had petitioned for in order to bring gender equality to the sport of bobsled. This would make her the only woman in Olympic history to win a Olympic Gold for two separate countries
Legacy and Impact
Beyond her impressive medal haul, Kaillie's impact on the sport extends to her role as a mentor and advocate for gender equality in sports. She is a vocal supporter of women's participation in bobsledding and has worked tirelessly to promote the sport and inspire the next generation of athletes. Kaillie is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and an inspirational speaker who shares her story to motivate others.
Kaillie has openly shared her journey with in vitro fertilization (IVF), bringing attention to the challenges and emotional experiences associated with fertility treatments. Humphries and her husband, Travis Armbruster, began their IVF journey to start a family, facing the complexities and uncertainties that come with the process.
In interviews, Humphries has discussed the physical and emotional toll of IVF, highlighting the rigorous schedules, hormonal treatments, and the strain it can place on relationships. Her decision to be public about her experience aims to destigmatize fertility struggles and offer support to others undergoing similar challenges.
Humphries' openness about her IVF journey reflects her broader advocacy for transparency and support within the athletic community and beyond. By sharing her story, she hopes to provide comfort and solidarity to others facing fertility issues and to raise awareness about the realities of IVF.