Beckie Scott

Beckie Scott, born on August first, nineteen seventy-four, is a distinguished Canadian retired cross-country skier who has made significant contributions to the sport and beyond. She is celebrated for her remarkable achievements, including winning both Olympic gold and silver medals, making her the first Canadian to earn an Olympic medal in cross-country skiing.

Beyond her athletic prowess, Scott is a passionate advocate for Indigenous youth, having founded a national organization aimed at enhancing health, wellness, and educational outcomes through sport and play. Her commitment to social causes reflects her dedication to using sport as a vehicle for positive change.

Scott's influence extends into the realm of sports governance, where she served as Chair of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Athlete Committee. She gained international recognition for her principled stance during the Russian doping scandal that unfolded from two thousand fourteen to two thousand nineteen.

From two thousand six to two thousand fourteen, she was also an elected member of the International Olympic Committee, representing athletes alongside fellow Olympian Saku Koivu. Off the slopes, Beckie Scott is married to American former cross-country skier Justin Wadsworth, and together they are proud parents of two children.