It’s Olympics time and it’s definitely is one unlike any other. We’re definitely excited for it and can’t wait to watch the women’s gymnastics team compete. But while we’re in between watching the games on television and doing other things, we’re fallen down a deep dark TikTok hole and can’t stop watching everything that we can from the Olympic athletes.
Here’s some Olympians from around the world that your should be following to get your behind the scenes views of what is happening in Tokyo and with their everyday lives.
Tilly Kearns
Sport: Water Polo
At just 19 years old Kearns studies in the United States, but she is a native of Sydney, Australia. Kearns did not compete in the 2020 season at USC, where she goes to school. The Olympian took a leave of absence to train with the Australian National Team in preparation for the Tokyo Olympics.
Her TikToks are a lot of fun and show so much. Definitely worth the follow.
@tillykearns Olympic dining hall COVID protocols ##olympicspirit ##tokyoolympics ##olympics ##australia what else do you want to see??
♬ Say So (Instrumental Version) [Originally Performed by Doja Cat] – Elliot Van Coup
Tom Daley
Sport: Diving
His abs alone are worth tuning into anything that he does. The diver does some death defying stunts and we’re entranced by every move he makes.
And his abs. We love the abs.
@tomdaley WORLD CUP CHAMP! 🥇🇯🇵🔥 ##inmyhouse @jodieharsh
♬ My House – Jodie Harsh
Cody Melphy
Sport: Rugby
The rugby player is from Colorado and was an army specialist. He’s married and loves Christmas. His videos take place all over Olympic Village and are filled with a lot of smiles and fun. Definitely worth the watch.
@codymelphy We made it! ##tokyo2020 ##olympics
♬ Fancy Like – Walker Hayes
Erik Shoji
Sport: Volleyball
This is the Hawaiian natives third Olympics. He was in the 2016 and 2020 Olympics. In 2016 the team took home the bronze. He runs his own coaching and consulting business, which he runs by video chat even when he is out of the country, traveling to play. His Tik Tok’s take you behind the scenes and give you some real insight. I love that he really tells it like it as and his taste tests are fun.
@thelibero Shimmy contest! ##olympics ##LeadWithLove ##tokyo2020 ##tokyo2021 ##usavolleyball ##dance ##dancing ##shimmy
♬ original sound – Erik Shoji
Ilona Maher
Sport: Rugby
This first time Olympian is from Vermont. She played field hockey, basketball and soccer before transitioning to playing Rugby full time in college. She attended Quinnipiac University.
Her Tik Toks are fun and hilarious. She doesn’t take herself too seriously, which is always a good thing. But she is passionate about her sport and we do love that.
@ilonamaher I am available ##beastbeautybrains ##olympics ##tokyoolympics ##tokyo2021 ##japan ##olympicvillage ##athlete ##olympictiktok ##teamusa
♬ original sound – Big Daws
Laurie Hernandez
Sport: Gymnastics
Laurie isn’t competing in this Olympics, but she did in 2016. She is however in Tokyo as an announcer. She injured her knee right before the Olympic Trials. Laurie is always fun, bubbly, and isn’t afraid to make fun on her Tik Tok.
@lauriehernandez_ comment some deep questions, I’m feeling kinda gross & that’d be fun (make some friends and answer ones you like)
♬ full song on soundcloud – gi <3
MyKayla Skinner
Sport: Gymnastics
If you look up inspiring, MyKaylas picture is right there. The woman is a powerhouse and has taught us all the meaning of never giving up. She fought for her position and we are so proud of her. Forever an Olympian and always an inspiration.
@mykaylaskinner This ones for you babe!❤️ ##GkClassic ##leo ##competition ##2021
♬ I’m So Pretty – chunkymonkeeyy
Grace McCallum
Sport: Gymnastics
United States Of America
Grace is always the first person that you see hugging a teammate, and supporting them. Grace radiates positivity and she does just that in her Tik Tok posts. The athlete is filled with excitement and fun. She doesn’t take herself too seriously, but she does when it comes to competition. She kicks ass.
@grace.mccallum if you want it bad enough you’ll do everything you can to make it happen. ##tokyoolympics ##tokyobound
♬ Venom – Music From The Motion Picture – Eminem
Sam Fricker
Sport: Diving
His in depth analysis of the swag that Australian’s get at the Olympics is a lot, but it’s fine, cause one is distracted by the fact he has better hair than should be allowed on a human.
@samfrickerr ##diving ##tokyo ##olympics ##diving ##flips ##aus ##ais
♬ sonido original – braxter.torres
Kenny Chase
Sport: Rowing
It’s the small microphone and the rowing facts that will get you. She’s open and secure in who she is, smart and witty. She has a no nonsense attitude that makes us laugh and cheer her on.
@kennychase25 Some more rowing knowledge for you all ##rowing ##erg ##teamusa ##olympics ##rowingmachine ##row ##fitness ##cardio ##rower ##workout ##tokyoolympics ##fyp
♬ original sound – KENDALL
Melissa Wu
Sport: Diving
Australia
Australians are like it’s The Olympics, here’s everything that is happening. And we’re applauding it. Melissa is a 4x Olympian who you can tell treasures the experience, but can and entertain all of us. We’re sure she will when diving, but she also does on her socials.
@melissapaigewu This moment was incredible! So honoured to march for Australia at the Opening Ceremony of my 4th Olympics! ##Tokyo2020 ##OlympicSpirit @ausolympicteam
♬ Chiquitita Ending (Slowed & Reverb) – toastool
Fran Caffaro
Sport: Basketball
Just follow him. He’s hilarious. The trials and tribulations of being 7 feet tall in the Olympic Village…
@caffarof Olympic ceremony 😬 ##olympics ##olympics2020 ##olympics2021 ##tokyo ##tokyo2020 ##tokyo2021 ##argentina ##arg ##basketball ##openingceremony
♬ Beggin’ – Måneskin
Remedy Rule
Sport: Swimming
Philippines
She’s at her first Olympics and she’s bringing everyone along. And she’s giving all the tips to be more sustainable.
@be.the.remedy if u got 💩 on our hands, would you just wipe it off with tp? ##showerthoughts ##moreliketoiletthoughts ##tokyo2021
♬ original sound – Remedy Rule
Jordan Windle
Sport: Diver
Jordan was born in Cambodia and adopted at 18 months. It’s a part of his story, which is all sorts of INSPIRING. What is also inspiring is Jordan’s passion for life, his relationship with his Dad, and that smile.
@jordanpiseywindle Prep work for Opening Ceremonies. What a great time and amazing memory! ##olympics ##tokyo2020 ##usadiving ##teamusa ##tokyo ##khmertrong
♬ original sound – Jordan Windle
Heimana Reynolds
Sport: Skateboarder
A local to Kamiloiki Skatepark in Hawaii Kai, and says he likes to start every day surfing to clear his head before going skating. He’s a master on the board and his tricks are out of this world. Not to mention he looks sharp as fuck in a suit.
@heimana_reynolds Can you name the trick??🧐 ##skate ##fyp ##teamusa
♬ Bezos I – Bo Burnham
Tara Lane Davis
Sport: Track and Field
United States of America
Boy can she jump and boy can she love. Love her videos with her boyfriend – they are adorable.
@_taradavis i cant believe i am an olympian !!!! ##fyp ##trackstar ##olympics2021
♬ Track Star – Mooski
Drew Kibler
Sport: Swimming
United States of America
Look, we’ll be honest, we just watched the video below and that was all we needed. That and the knowledge that he’s 6’5″ was enough. We’re in TikTok love!
@drewkibler Made this in the Tokyo Olympic Village! ##olympics ##teamusa
♬ original sound – daniel willson ‼️
Who are you following? Who should we be paying attention to? Sound off in the comments.