The USA Olympic Speed Skating Trials are taking place at Milwaukee’s Pettit National Ice Center this weekend, bringing together athletes from across the country as they compete for spots on the 2026 Olympic team heading to Milan.
The trials begin Friday, and the competition features a mix of seasoned Olympians and rising stars, including several athletes with Wisconsin connections.
Watch: Meet some of the athletes competing at this weekend’s speed skating trials:
Families witness Olympic dreams at Milwaukee speedskating trials
Among the competitors practicing Thursday morning was 2022 Olympic bronze medalist Casey Dawson, who is participating in his third trials at the venue. The Utah native has deep Wisconsin roots and considers the ice center a second home…