Greg Louganis Quotes

A collection of quotes by Greg Louganis.

Greg Louganis is an American former Olympic diver, born on January 29, 1960, in El Cajon, California. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest divers in history and made a significant impact on the sport during his career. Louganis' first major achievement came at the 1976 Montreal Olympics, where he won a silver medal at the age of 16. But it was in the subsequent two Olympics that he proved his dominance.

At the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, Louganis won gold medals in both the springboard and platform diving events, demonstrating his remarkable skills and versatility. However, it was at the 1988 Seoul Olympics that he truly showcased his extraordinary perseverance and courage. Despite suffering a head injury during the preliminary rounds, Louganis, displaying immense determination, went on to win the gold medals in both events once again.

Beyond his stunning Olympic performances, Greg Louganis also achieved incredible success on the international stage, winning a total of five world championships during his career. Alongside his remarkable achievements in diving, he has been a prominent advocate for LGBT rights, openly discussing his own experiences as a gay athlete and living with HIV.

Greg Louganis has left an indelible mark on the sport of diving, both for his exceptional talent and his contribution to breaking down barriers and extending understanding within the sporting community. Today, he is remembered as one of the most influential figures in the history of diving.

When you're a kid growing up, and you think you're gay, you

When you're a kid growing up, and you think you're gay, you know that you're different you're often teased and it can really destroy your self-esteem. But sports can be great for building self-esteem.

Greg Louganis


The Games are just a nice, positive way to build friendships

The Games are just a nice, positive way to build friendships, camaraderie and, of course, self-esteem. Plus, the Games are a great opportunity for people to participate in sports who normally wouldn't.

Greg Louganis

Positive

In sports, people reach their peak very early. You have to m

In sports, people reach their peak very early. You have to move on. I don't know if I will ever surpass what I did at the Olympics, but I'm still doing the work I always wanted to do.

Greg Louganis

Sports

Mom was the one who taught me unconditional love. With Dad,

Mom was the one who taught me unconditional love. With Dad, I'd always felt there was something to live up to - expectations. But in the last year, we had a wonderful relationship.

Greg Louganis

Dad