Brooklyn Crist

Brooklynn Crist is a passionate leader, encourager, and accomplished athlete from Lodi, Ohio. At just 22 years old, she currently serves as the Hiring Coach at Chick-fil-A Medina, where she loves helping others grow personally and professionally while encouraging women to seek God and find the good in every situation.

A graduate of Cloverleaf High School, Brooklynn is widely recognized for her incredible achievements in seated track and field. Born with congenital femoral deficiency, resulting in the
absence of a left hip joint, she never allowed obstacles to define her future. Instead, she became one of the most decorated athletes in school history, earning eight OHSAA state championships in the seated division. Throughout her high school career, she captured gold medals in events including the 100-meter, 400-meter, and 800-meter races. During her senior season, she swept all three seated track events and earned a second-place finish in shot put. Her dedication and perseverance led to multiple recognitions from the Cloverleaf Board of Education for her outstanding athletic accomplishments.

Brooklynn’s success extended far beyond Ohio. As a member of the U.S. Women’s Sled Hockey program, she competed internationally and helped Team USA earn a gold medal at the 2018 World Cup in the Czech Republic. Her athletic journey, faith, and determination continue to inspire others to overcome challenges, pursue excellence, and trust God through every season of life.