19-year-old Riley McCusker is an Olympic gymnast, a world championship medalist, and now, the 2023 College Woman of the Year..
McCusker, a sophomore at the University of Florida, was honored with the prestigious award by Glamour magazine on Monday night. The College Woman of the Year award recognizes young women who are making a difference in the world through their leadership, academic achievements, and community service..
McCusker is a two-time Olympian, having competed for the United States at the 2016 and 2020 Summer Games. She is also a two-time world championship medalist, winning a silver medal in the team competition and a bronze medal in the individual all-around at the 2018 World Championships..
In addition to her athletic accomplishments, McCusker is also a dedicated student. She is majoring in sports management at the University of Florida and has a 3.9 GPA. She is also a member of the university’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and the Florida Gators Leadership Academy..
McCusker is passionate about using her platform to inspire others. She is a role model for young girls and women, and she is dedicated to making a difference in the world..
In her acceptance speech, McCusker said, .
