Will Sha’carri Richardson Ever Come Back After This Major Setback?

Commentary by Kaviya Jones.  Photo from The Sun US.

Jul. 23, 2021: Sha'carri Richardson is the fastest American track and field sprinter who competes in the 100 and 200 meter sprints. She has since been suspended due to testing positive for marijuana on her drug test. 

Richardson is a talented athlete. In April 2021, she again beat her personal best and became the fourth-fastest woman in US history after running 100m in just 10.72 seconds.

I believe that Sha'carri Richardson will have a chance to make a comeback in the track world after this major setback. She will have time to learn from her mistakes and take accountability for what she has done.

As the fourth fastest woman in the US, I think she has the ability to be a role model for younger athletes and upcoming track stars. 

Kaviya Jones is a junior at Friendship Collegiate Academy.