Akwasi Frimpong have added former USA National Skeleton Coach, Brian McDonald to his coaching team for the upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games.
Akwasi Frimpong and Coach Brian McDonald partnership has been built on a foundation of long-standing trust and mentorship. Brian has been a guiding figure Akwasi Frimpong’s career for years, a commitment exemplified by a memorable moment at his first Olympic Games in PyeongChang 2018, where he carried his sled at the finish line. His unwavering encouragement and strategic insight have been invaluable throughout Akwasi’s journey.
With this formalized role, Brian joins forces with his coach, Zach Lund, to create a formidable leadership team. Together, they are focused on a clear and ambitious goal: securing his final Olympic qualification.
Beyond personal achievement, this campaign is about demonstrating the power of a cohesive team.
They aim to inspire the next generation by showing what becomes possible when you surround yourself with dedicated, like-minded people committed to a common vision.
“Welcoming Brian to the team officially feels like completing a circle, his belief in me has been a constant, and I am excited to see what we can accomplish together with this unified structure. We are building a team of champions, and I am more motivated than ever for the road to Milano Cortina.”