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If you’re looking for a keynote motivational speaker who can genuinely connect with and inspire your team or audience, Olympic Gold Medalist Connor Fields brings the resilience, discipline, and winning mindset of a world-class athlete, making him the perfect choice to motivate and energize any crowd.

Unlock Your Potential & Let’s Reach Peak Performance Together

As a one-time Olympic gold medalist who’s faced countless challenges, I know firsthand the power of resilience and determination. Since retiring from competition, I’ve dedicated my life to helping others unlock their inner strength and reach their fullest potential.

Throughout my career, I had to answer the question, “Now what?” countless times. Failing at the Olympics, succeeding, and having a career-ending injury all ended with a new problem I had to solve in order to keep moving forward.

I’ve had the privilege of speaking to audiences around the world, and each time, my mission is the same: to empower you to shift your mindset, overcome your obstacles, take meaningful steps toward your dreams, and move forward with more tools in your toolbox. If you’re looking for someone who’s not only walked the walk but can inspire action — let’s make it happen together.

Sports Speaker: Themes Covered

🎯 Steps to Success

Connor Fields’ journey to Olympic gold is a masterclass in setting and achieving ambitious goals. It wasn’t always easy, he had to embrace a disciplined approach to success, breaking his vision into actionable steps. By focusing on consistency, preparation, and a relentless commitment to improvement, he built a foundation that enabled him to perform at the highest level. His story highlights how clarity, persistence, and a step-by-step strategy can help anyone achieve greatness in their field.

🔍 Strategies for Peak Performance and Resilience

As an Olympic champion, motivational speaker, and athlete, Connor Fields knows what it takes to perform under pressure. His strategies for peak performance are grounded in mental toughness, intentional practice, and the ability to adapt in the face of adversity. From overcoming injuries to navigating high-stakes competition, Connor’s experience illustrates the importance of having a growth mindset and the importance of preparation. He teaches audiences how to develop resilience, handle setbacks, and stay focused on their goals, no matter the challenges.

⚡ How to Handle the Moment

The defining moments of life often come with intense pressure, and Connor Fields has faced many of these moments on the world stage. Whether it’s the final lap of a gold-medal race or a critical decision in everyday life, Connor shares his insights on how to stay calm, present, and confident. His advice empowers individuals to rise to the occasion, trust their preparation, and embrace the moment with courage and focus.

Who is it for?

Whether it’s in sports, business, or life, the principles of success are universal. As a sports motivational speaker, my goal is to inspire and equip people from all walks of life to apply the lessons learned through sports to every aspect of their personal and professional lives. On or off the field athlete have to be at their best every day. It’s about turning challenges into growth opportunities, learning from mistakes, being prepared to answer the question “now what” every time, and ultimately achieving your version of success, whatever that may look like.

Winning looks different to everyone, but the principles of winning are the exact same. No matter the audience, I’m here to share the mindset, strategies, and stories that help you overcome obstacles and reach your highest potential.

Athletes and Sports Teams

For athletes, learning to stay focused under pressure, overcome setbacks, and maintain a winning mindset are key. Having faced high-stakes situations like the Olympic Games, I know firsthand how to build mental toughness and push through challenges.

I have spoken to college football teams such as UNLV, Weber State, and CMU, as well as different Olympic teams and professional teams like the Raiderettes. All sports are different, but the mental challenges we face to be at our best are the same.

I share the strategies that helped me become a world and Olympic champion, helping athletes at any level reach their peak performance. From youth sports teams to elite athletes, everyone can benefit from these insights to improve their performance and mental resilience.

Coaches and Leadership Teams

As a head coach or team leader, you’re responsible for shaping the mindset and performance of your team. My experiences as an Olympic athlete and an Olympic coach provide a unique experience of being on both sides. As a motivational speaker, I help coaches instill resilience and understand the importance of accountability in their teams.

I provide techniques to develop leadership qualities, pushing them to reach their potential, drawing from my own experiences of overcoming obstacles as an athlete and a coach while staying focused on the prize.

Corporate Teams and Business Leaders

In the business world, many of the same principles that drive success in sports apply—focus, resilience, and relentless determination. Business leaders and teams face pressure to perform in ever-changing environments and have to meet ambitious and measurable goals, just like athletes.

I help corporate teams adopt a championship mindset, teaching them how to handle challenges and succeed in high-pressure environments. My insights show how the discipline I used to win Olympic gold can be applied to drive business success, foster team unity, and be ready to face the challenges life throws at you.

Students and Young Professionals

Learning how to set and achieve goals, handle stress, and overcome challenges is crucial for students and young professionals. The habits you instill at a young age carry through into adulthood and can lay a foundation for your future. The right motivational speaker can change the trajectory of a young person.

I competed in my first Olympic games at 19 years old. Looking back, I was just a kid. I share strategies and insights that I wish I had known at that age as I set out with the goal of an Olympic Gold Medal.

My journey as an athlete and my story of perseverance offer real-world inspiration for young people facing their challenges. I help them understand that setbacks are part of the process and show them how to turn obstacles into opportunities for growth. Every failure is a chance to learn and grow.

Community Leaders and Organizations

Community leaders have the unique role of inspiring and guiding others. Whether you’re leading a youth program, a non-profit organization, or a community initiative, my presentations can help you foster growth, resilience, and empowerment within your community. When it comes to team building, Let Connor be your head coach.

By sharing true stories of overcoming adversity and achieving success at the highest level, I help leaders inspire those they serve, giving them the tools to push through challenges and reach their full potential.

If you’re ready to perform under pressure and push past limits — Let’s get to work.

Motivational Speaker Keynotes

Why Choose Connor If I Hire Sports Motivational Speakers?

The experiences I’ve gained on and off the track have taught me so many lessons that go beyond the world of sports — and I can’t wait to share them with you and make your speaking engagements a gold-medal success.

Whether you’re a CEO, an athlete, a head coach, a business professional, part of a high-pressure sales team, or someone striving to achieve personal goals, the lessons I’ve learned can apply to all walks of life. Winning looks different to all of us, but the steps to get there are the same.

Here’s how different groups can benefit from working with sports motivational speakers like me:

Now What?: Handling Challenges Life Throws at You and Moving Forward Like a Champion Each Time.

In the keynote speech “Now What?” Connor Fields touches on challenges that can cause self-doubt in life and work, equipping you with the tools to overcome them. This incredible talk delves into the crucial power of resilience, overcoming failures, unwavering determination, and perspective, empowering you to face challenges head-on. With compelling stories and hard-earned insights, Connor inspires attendees to be ready to answer the question “Now what?” every time.

Gold Medal Moments: Be Ready to Reach Your Big Moments. Olympic Secrets to Peak Performance.

Connor Fields shares what he learned as a professional athlete throughout his 3 Olympic cycles and how those lessons can be applied daily and on any playing field. From choking at his first Olympic games, winning sports’ greatest prize at his second, and nearly losing his life at his third, he experienced the entire range of outcomes. Each time, learning different lessons about preparation, how to succeed despite setbacks, and failing with grace. Through captivating stories and actionable takeaways, attendees will acquire powerful tools to drive success

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Sports Speakers Help Your Audience with Goal Setting and Mental Focus

Achieving success at the highest levels of competition requires careful goal-setting and unwavering mental focus. As a motivational sports speaker, I share exactly how these elements contribute to reaching peak performance and how you can apply them, too. Anyone can benefit from the strategies of an Olympic Gold Medalist.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a world record holder and have an Olympic gold medal or a business owner preparing for your next corporate event. By using certain techniques— like the ones I discuss in my keynotes— you can create an environment conducive to achieving your goals. At the core of it all is motivation and inspiration. It all starts with a spark.

🔥 Understand Performing Under Pressure

Motivational sports speakers can help you learn to perform under pressure. I’ve lived those moments—gold medal on the line, no redos. We get one shot every four years. I wasn’t ready at my first Olympics, and I paid for it. So I spent the next four years learning how to stay calm, control nerves, and show up when it mattered. That preparation made all the difference. Now I teach others how to handle their pressure moments—on the field, in the boardroom, or in everyday life. I give real tools people can use right away when stakes feel high.

🏅 Learn Discipline and Consistency

Of course, discipline and consistency are important for reaching the Olympics. We don’t need a motivational speaker to teach us that. They matter for anyone trying to reach high levels of success. The magic is learning how to improve them. What sets me apart is my raw and honest storytelling. I wanted to quit. I wanted to give up many times. But learning how to overcome that and keep moving forward was the key to reaching the top. If I could do it, anyone can. I teach others how to show up, stay focused, and push through doubt.

🧩 Commit to Small, Regular Actions

Not everything you do has to be a huge moment. Most success stories are built from the small ones. Commit to small, regular actions and keep showing up, even when you don’t feel like you’re making progress. I always refer to the Olympics as a 1,460-piece puzzle, one piece for every day in four years. You can’t skip days and still expect to complete the puzzle. Every action counts, and it’s the same for any goal. You don’t jump a long jump on day one. You build up to it over time. Keep stacking the pieces.

📈 Monitor Progress and Adjust Accordingly

Track your progress. Reflect on what’s working and what’s not. Adapting as you go is how you keep growing. As athletes, we have measurable data: weights, times, reps, wins. When you can see your improvement, you gain motivation. That same mindset applies to anything. You can’t just push blindly; you need checkpoints. In my talks, I show people how to identify what progress looks like, how to track it, and how to stay on course. Success doesn’t just happen. It’s built, monitored, and adjusted. You don’t have to be perfect—just willing to improve one step at a time.

🏆 Notable Honors and Titles

In 2023, I was honored to be inducted into the Nevada Sports Hall of Fame. I’ve also received a lifetime achievement award from USA BMX for my Olympic gold. Off the track, I earned a business degree from UNLV in 2020. In 2027, I’ll be eligible for the USA BMX Hall of Fame again, this time, as a first-ballot inductee. These days, I work as a TV personality and Olympic commentator for NBC. Sharing what I’ve learned through sports, education, and media has become my second career. I continue to lead, motivate, and represent what’s possible.

🌍 Success on the International Stage

I made my first Team USA roster in 2010 and stayed on it through 2022. I qualified for three Olympic Games and won one, becoming the first American BMX Olympic gold medalist. I competed in nine World Championships and won two. On the UCI BMX World Cup circuit, I became a two-time series champion with eight wins and 17 podiums. Representing my country on the world stage was the honor of a lifetime. These days, I travel internationally in a new way—as a keynote speaker helping others understand what it takes to perform at their highest level.

🇺🇸 Dominate the National Scene

Back home, I had an incredible run. I became the USA BMX #1 national pro three times and won five national championships with USA Cycling. Known for clearing long jumps and keeping a laser focus, I was able to rise to the top. Every race and challenge taught me something valuable on and off the track. I started out racing in Las Vegas, Nevada, and worked my way to the top of the sport. I take those lessons into every talk I give. My story proves that consistent effort, the right mindset, and resilience lead to results.

It Isn't Just About Winning an Olympic Gold Medal. Reach Out Today to Discuss Sports Speakers and What Connor Fields Can Do For You.

Are you looking to inspire and motivate your audience with a dynamic sports speaker? Reach out today to discuss how Connor Fields can bring energy, passion, and unique insights to your event through his skilled keynote speaking.

Whether it’s a corporate gathering, educational seminar, or community event, my experiences and achievements can provide the perfect blend of inspiration and actionable advice. Let’s work together to create an unforgettable experience that resonates with your audience.

The journey toward becoming a gold medalist is about more than just achieving victory; it encompasses growth, learning, and the pursuit of excellence. Success is not solely defined by the accolades but by the personal development and skills cultivated along the way. This was learned after my Olympic accident in Tokyo, where I realized there was so much more to life than just winning gold medals.

Testimonials

I have worked with many athletes and speakers in the past, and Connor was outstanding. He came prepared, was flexible, and was an all-around professional.

Ray Monks

Boon Supply

Connor is a spectacular speaker. He framed his inspirational story within the featured subjects of our conference in a way that reached every person in the room. It was an honor to have him with us and I highly recommend him for anyone seeking to learn more about navigating risk, team building, leadership, and more!

Brett Abarbanel

Executive Director

UNLV International Gaming Institute

Your ability to connect in an organized and organic manner was both enlightening and thought-provoking. Your anecdotes and real-life examples added a personal touch that resonated deeply with the audience. It was evident that your dedication to your goals shines through in every word you shared.

Jennifer Reynolds

CRME

The Industrial

I found out about Connor and his speaking engagements through a hospitality event my Wife attended in Las Vegas. His presentation was inspirational and moving, and even humorous at times. I am thankful that he is using his experiences to inspire others. He was a hit in the recovery community.

Rev. Russ Smethers

Lead Pastor

Foundation For Recovery

Connor’s story telling ability connected his real-life experience to the business owners and leaders in the room.

Sonia Petkewich

Catalyst Mastermind Collaborative

I have never seen every single member of our team so captivated, intrigued, and hanging on the edge of their seats. During his talk, people were laughing, in tears, motivated, and educated – there is nothing more you can ask for! Connor is a champion on the largest stage in sports, and he made every single person feel like they know now what it takes to be a champion in their own lives, and in our business!

Blake Wynn

Founder & CEO

Celebrity Poker Tour

I had the good fortune to work with Connor Fields as our keynote speaker for an event in Downtown, Las Vegas. If this were a yelp review he would have 5- stars across the board, and the comment would read “Strongly recommend.

Nick Libonati

MGM Resorts International

Connor Fields delivered an inspiring keynote at the Special Olympics Northern California Summer Games, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, teamwork, and the true meaning of success beyond medals. His message resonated deeply, encouraging athletes to always strive for their best and to cherish the camaraderie of their teams. His passion for supporting Special Olympics athletes was evident in every word, leaving a lasting impact on everyone present.

Mei Lin Domanski

Marketing Coordinator

Special Olympics

Today I heard Connor Fields deliver the very best speech I have ever heard in person – and as an academic, I have been listening to talks for three decades. Moving, motivating, and smart – in a way that no other speaker is. Nobody at our event left unchanged – in fact, they all left happily and forever changed.

Bo Jason Berhard, Ph. D

Vice President Economic Development

UNR/UNLV

I highly recommend Connor Fields as a speaker for your event. His powerful message of perseverance and the significance of each decision deeply resonated with our educators and staff. Connor’s engaging delivery and inspiring insights motivated our team to strive for excellence and reinforce their commitment to student success.

Rodney Saunders

Executive Director

Doral Charter Academy

Having Connor speak to us was incredible. He has a special ability to inspire those he speaks to while igniting within them a greater perspective on their lives.

Ben Ferney

Weber State Board of Trustees Weber State Board of Trustees

Connor Fields has been an incredible speaker at both our flagship and regional events, and I can’t recommend him enough. His story is truly inspiring, motivating our audience and earning standing ovations every time he speaks for us. His presence always leaves a lasting impression. Not only is Connor an engaging and impactful speaker, but he is also a joy to work with, bringing a professional, approachable attitude that makes collaboration easy.

Tina Poisl

Senior Director of Event Content

Inman

Connor Fields delivered an unforgettable keynote at our conference, inspiring nearly 3,000 real estate professionals with his powerful story of resilience, perseverance, and the mindset of a champion. His ability to connect with the audience—sharing both his triumphs and challenges—left a lasting impact, earning him a well-deserved standing ovation.

Emily Paquette

CEO

Inman

Connor is a mix of when real world talent, meets uncompromised dedication to his craft. We had the pleasure of him speaking to our select group of top sales people. The feedback was outstanding. His experience with failure, adversity, and success is Unparalleled. Failure is apart of everything great Entrepreneurs and salesmen go through, but so is success.

Will Hickey

YEG Pro Realty

WOW! Connor got us fired up and moved us all emotionally. Our team was glued to their seats as we listened to the details of his journey to understand how to be the best in the world. We got to see behind the curtain on what it really takes to be a high performance individual.

Jeff Quinton

CEO

The Quinton Group

It was right up our alley, as far as our messaging to our sales team. Mental preparation and being present are so important to us in our business, and his message was perfect and we feel so blessed to have had him! 1000% I would recommend hiring him. Great speaker, great message, everybody can identify with what he has to say and he is a first class guy.

Rich Hoffman

Senior Vice President

Flagstar Bank

Connors’ uplifting message of hope and determination inspired my team to embrace the moment and reflect on their “why.” It was an honor to have him share his story and empower us to reach our full potential. I highly recommend inviting Connor as a guest speaker for your next event.

Tiphanie McNiff

Director

The Raiderettes

Connor Fields delivered an unforgettable keynote at our 2025 annual Symposium, speaking to an audience of over 1,000 sports tourism professionals. His ability to tailor his Olympic journey and messaging specifically to our industry was exceptional—authentic, relevant, and deeply inspiring. Attendees raved about the presentation in our post-event survey, with Connor receiving some of the highest ratings we’ve ever seen. His story and delivery were not only impactful, but truly aligned with the spirit and purpose of our event.

John David

President & CEO

Sports Events & Tourism Association

Connor Fields brought incredible energy and delivered a truly heartfelt message that captured everyone in the audience. The highs and lows of his career are remarkable and he presents his complete story in such an engaging way. His lasting message of perseverance and positivity were very impactful, inspiring everyone to go for their own GOLD. I highly recommend choosing him for your next speaking engagement.

Ben Snyder

Executive Director

Grand Junction Sports Commission

Connor was the perfect closing keynote for our Ohio Parks and Recreation Association conference. He delivered an inspiring and engaging address which completely mesmerized our more than 800 attendees. He was easy to work with and we highly recommend him.

Woody Woodward

Executive Director

Ohio Parks and Recreation Association

From the very first contact I had with Connor, it was easy to tell how much he genuinely cared about his message and inspiring people. He spent time ahead of the conference to understand our culture and our people and then customized the message to make it impactful for the audience. The keynote speech was the highlight of our conference and added tremendous value for our attendees.

Brian Rowley

American Public Works Association

Our goals for the company moving into 2024 include setting and achieving goals and analyzing risk before starting any job or task. Your presentation effectively set the tone for our two day meeting. Sharing your goal setting and training process was exactly what our team needed. Our employees deal daily with eliminating risk as they perform work, again your story hit a home run. Thanks for sharing your story with us as we set productive goals for 2024.

LaMar Martin

Safety Manager

Holcim Group

Unbelievable… Such a moving story! “Right out the gate people were drawn to Connor. It was remarkable to watch how well he commanded the room. The large eyes and silence from people in the room spoke volumes. Connor’s journey was incredibly moving, and he did such an amazing job making his experience relatable. Setting and accomplishing goals was an important topic for our team and he nailed it!

Andrew Haight

CFO

Star Nursery Garden Centers

Connor’s story is just simply amazing and very inspiring: a must hear! His candor in sharing the highs and lows of his personal journey in fulfilling his lifelong dream is truly unique and had everyone in the room engaged. Anyone that has ever set a personal or business goal for themself will be able to relate to his keynote and respect and value his total commitment to that end. Connor was also very generous with the audience after his keynote and took many photos with delegates.

Brion Palmer

CEO

Technology Publishing Company

Connor Fields’ life story and achievements are a true inspiration for those seeking motivation to those challenges that we all face every day, both personally and professionally. I had the pleasure of hearing Connor speak an event in a smaller group about a year prior. After hearing him speak, I found myself recalling his story when I was in situations where I needed to self-motivate and be reminded of what comes from hard work and dedication – even when life throws obstacles your way.

Vincent Tatum

President

Grand Canyon Development Partners

It is my honor to recommend Connor Fields to you. He listened very carefully to what we are trying to accomplish through our event – both societally and financially. Once he committed, he was all in. He truly became our Mental Health Champion! Our goal was to grow our annual event while reducing the stigma around mental health care. Connor is a tremendous partner in this process – and an exceedingly skilled presenter.

Lisa R. James

Senior Director

Peak Vista Community Health Centers

Connor gave us an up-close look at the path he faced as a professional athlete and what he had to overcome to achieve his life-long dream of becoming an Olympic Gold Medal winner. Our staff faces challenges every day in their jobs and personal lives, and Connor shared his story in such a way that you could truly relate to the challenges he faced as if they were your own.