Video: Kenny Selmon's mom reveals remarkable ride to Tokyo Olympics

Posted Aug 2, 2021
Tokyo Olympian Kenny Selmon, the 24-year-old University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill graduate who grew up in Mableton, Georgia, found track and field to be a big part of his life. His mom talks about her son's incredible journey competing in the sport. (11 Alive)

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