
By Shawn Pryor, Who HQ, Andrew Thomson (Illustrator)
Part of the Who Was . . . ? series
Discover the thrilling journey of a snowboarding legend from childhood to Olympic glory.
Follow Shaun White, the snowboarding prodigy known as 'The Flying Tomato,' from his early sponsorship at age seven to Olympic triumphs. Explore his relentless pursuit of excellence, his dazzling performances at the Winter X Games, and his journey to creating his own brand. What drives this iconic athlete, and how did he become a legend in the snowboarding world? Dive into the life of a sports icon who has captivated audiences with his daring feats and vibrant personality.
Read about American snowboarder Shaun White and his epic career in this exciting addition to the Who Was? series. Shaun White, known as “The Flying Tomato” because of his bright red hair, received his first snowboarding sponsorship by age seven. This was just the first of a lifetime of athletic achievements. He has won a medal every year since 2002 at the Winter X games and won gold at the 2006, 2010, and 2018 Olympics. White has been dazzling audiences for years. Learn all about this snowboarding legend’s life from his childhood skateboarding days to his illustrious Olympic career, and the creation of his own brand of snowboarding gear.
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