I’ve always loved watching the Olympic Games, but I have to admit that this year I’ve enjoyed it even more thanks to the amazing women competing! Seeing our female athletes take the stage and show the world what they can do has left no doubt in anyone’s mind…our women have moves like no other!
One of those medals came from two of the FAB IV divers, brand ambassadors for Gillette Venus and my personal favourite athletes of the games. I love watching them compete but even more than that, I love their energy and joie de vie both in and out of the pool!
Now Benfeito and Filion are approaching their individual events in just one more day and I can’t wait to cheer them on. But whether they win or lose, there’s no doubt in my mind that all four women will continue to wow on the world stage and inspire off of it with their positivity and drive to succeed. Make sure to tune in to see how they do as they show off moves like no other in the pool!
To celebrate the upcoming individual dives and the success of our Canadian women, Venus has put together a very special giveaway! One lucky Mommy Kat and Kids reader is going to win a prize pack containing the new Venus Swirl Razor and refill cartridges, a $50 value! To enter to win, just leave a blog comment about your favourite female Olympian this year.
While I’m busy cheering on my own favourites, I’ll also be marvelling at the success of our other amazing athletes, from Brianne Thiesen-Eaton’s bronze-medal comeback in heptathlon to the dominance in women’s swimming from 16-year-old Penny Oleksiak. Our women have shone and made a statement this year, and I’m so excited to see each and every one of them representing Canada to the world!
Silvia Demmy says
August 16, 2016 at 8:36 ammy favourite is 16 year old Penny Oleksiak ! She is just amazing! So proud of her!
Tara Betterley says
August 16, 2016 at 8:40 amMy Favorite this year is Penny Oleksiak.. What an inspiration! 16 years old and making headlines at the Olympic.. Wow….
sandra says
August 16, 2016 at 8:41 amAt 16 this young women has become my new favorite!!! Penny is showing what hard work and determination can bring you. A true inspiration to all young girls.
Suzanne G says
August 16, 2016 at 9:06 amMy favourite is Brianne Thiesen-Eaton as she is a an amazing athlete plus originally from Saskatchewan.
Emily B says
August 16, 2016 at 9:15 amMichael Phelps 🙂 That guy sure can swim!
Maryanne says
August 16, 2016 at 9:19 amPenny is shining!!!
Kim K says
August 16, 2016 at 9:29 amMy favourite is Penny Oleksiak! What an inspiration she has been to other young athletes. So proud of her amazing accomplishments!
Andrea Amy says
August 16, 2016 at 9:30 amI don’t really have a favourite. To be honest, I don’t really pay attention to the Olympics but I have heard some great things about Penny who is only 16. That is amazing.
Denise E says
August 16, 2016 at 9:42 amSeems to be a theme … Penny Oleksiak is a fan favourite around our house too!
BlessedTA says
August 16, 2016 at 9:47 amDo not have one – Gail Devers
Judy Cowan says
August 16, 2016 at 9:48 amWould have to pick Penny Oleksiak, she did amazing! Proud of all of our athletes!
Candice Lannin says
August 16, 2016 at 9:49 amPenny has been amazing to watch. But many of our Canadian women have! They have really rocked the Olympics this year!!
Lisa Rumolo says
August 16, 2016 at 9:58 amSorry. I’m not sure of names . I can barely remember my own some days.
jan says
August 16, 2016 at 10:26 amJen Kish – what a great performance
Johanne Laurin-Castonguay says
August 16, 2016 at 10:43 amMy Favorite this year is Penny Oleksiak.. What an inspiration!
Nicole Jubleew says
August 16, 2016 at 11:25 amMy favourite female Olympian is Penny Oleksiak. So inspiring!
Tara says
August 16, 2016 at 11:29 amThe only one i’ve watched is Penny Oleksiak.
joy says
August 16, 2016 at 11:30 amyou make it hard to answer… Penny and Rosie are two, oh and Jen Kish!!! Three.
Dianne G. says
August 16, 2016 at 12:50 pmIt is hard to pick just one because they all did so well and tried so hard. Penny Oleksiak really stood out because of all the medals she earned and the record she broke at such a young age. She seemed very humble and down to earth. I think she is such a wonderful example to all girls as to what they can do if they work and put their heart into what they are doing.
cheryl P says
August 16, 2016 at 1:03 pmI must say a up and comer surprised and made us all proud. Penny Oleksiak at such a young age has swooped in and showed us how it is done! You make us proud Penny! I also love watching Kia Nurse play Basketball and really enjoyed watching Jennifer Abel, she did so well and just lost podium by such a minute amout. They all impress me with their hardwork and dedication and I am proud they are Canadian!
Jennifer P. says
August 16, 2016 at 1:20 pmMy favourite female Olympian this year is Penny Oleksiak – she is such an awesome swimmer, and such an inspiration at such a young age. My 9 year old swimmer daughter is in awe of her. I’ve read some lovely articles about her family too – I love their viewpoint on kids in sports, and kids having a life outside of sports, while still encouraging them to strive to be the best. They have a great balanced outlook that I find inspiring when often kids give up everything to pursue their sport. I like that Penny and her siblings have been exposed to all kinds of sports and were allowed to choose their main sport when they got a bit older, rather than focusing on one thing from a very young age. Looks like their efforts paid off!
Soozle says
August 16, 2016 at 1:53 pmPenny Oleksiak has won my heart! She is such an inspiration
Vivian D says
August 16, 2016 at 2:41 pmPenny Oleksiak is my favourite, she is so young and has accomplished so much!
chickie brewer says
August 16, 2016 at 3:34 pmI love Simone Biles… She is a so talented and is beautiful inside and out.
Glogirl says
August 16, 2016 at 3:45 pmMy favourite so far would be Rosie MacLennan.
Christy E says
August 16, 2016 at 4:39 pmI think Penny is doing an amazing job but so proud of all our athletes!
Elaine G says
August 16, 2016 at 4:52 pmMy favorite has been Penny Oleksiak.
Melinda Jana says
August 16, 2016 at 5:53 pmPenny!!
christine w says
August 16, 2016 at 5:59 pmBrianne Thiesen-Eaton – the heptathalon is intense!
Florence C says
August 16, 2016 at 6:23 pmI am enjoying many of the events. Andre De Grasse-the sprinter was amazing getting the bronze in the 100 metres. Brianne Thiesen Eaton on her bronze.
Florence C says
August 16, 2016 at 6:25 pmOops you said Female. Congrats to all the amazing women who worked so hard to get there.
Jeannie says
August 16, 2016 at 6:44 pmMy favourite female athlete this year at the Olympic is definitely Penny Oleksiak
Amy C says
August 16, 2016 at 7:34 pmMy favourite Penny Oleksiak.
Jonnie says
August 16, 2016 at 7:42 pmI can’t pick just one favorite. All the ladies are really making Canada proud this year. Their hard work sure is paying off!
Jenny says
August 16, 2016 at 8:22 pmMy Favorite this year is Penny Oleksiak
Jamie hall says
August 16, 2016 at 8:40 pmRosie Maclennan and penny are sure shining bright
Tina L. says
August 16, 2016 at 8:57 pmThis year it’s Penny Oleksiak
Cara W says
August 16, 2016 at 10:19 pmDefinitely Penny Oleksiak! She is amazing and it’s so great to watch such a young, talented athlete win medals representing our country!
margaux retrophiliac says
August 16, 2016 at 10:46 pmJen Kish for sure! She’s awesome. Amazing Rugby player!!
missbobloblaw says
August 16, 2016 at 11:53 pmI was cheering on Isabela Onyshko- she made Manitoba proud in Gymnastics!
nicolthepickle says
August 17, 2016 at 4:48 amI think Penny Oleksiak is impressive.
Donnas says
August 17, 2016 at 5:04 amHow could we not love to cheer on Penny Oleksiak? She’s only 16 and has quite an amazing future in store. Heck, the life she is presently living is “hell ya”
loriag says
August 17, 2016 at 6:18 amI haven’t been following the Olympics this year, so I do not have a name for you.
Julie F says
August 17, 2016 at 6:26 amMy favourite is Penny Oleksiak, what an amazing young girl!
Joni W says
August 17, 2016 at 7:05 amI like Penny Oleksiak and Rosie on the trampoline. Penny Oleksiak sure made a name for herself! and only 16!!!!
Joanne Elford says
August 17, 2016 at 8:12 amMy Favorite this year is Penny Oleksiak. What an amazing achievement for a 16 year old.
Jody D says
August 17, 2016 at 9:03 amI really loved how Penny Oleksiak took them by storm at such a young age! Very exciting to watch!
MaryG says
August 17, 2016 at 9:16 amPenny Oleksiak!…she is my favorite to watch and I can’t believe how good she is for being so young!!!
sabina Edwards says
August 17, 2016 at 9:23 amPenelope “Penny” Oleksiak is a great Canadian to help inspire other youths in our country!!
Victoria Ess says
August 17, 2016 at 9:45 amI loved watching Simone Biles!
Christine Murray says
August 17, 2016 at 10:33 amPenny Oleksiak is my favorite