Curt Tomasevicz grew up in a small farming community in Nebraska, where faith, hard work, and perseverance were a way of life. Through a remarkable and unexpected journey, he went on to become the most successful push athlete in U.S. Olympic bobsled history. Curt’s story connects because it is real. He speaks honestly about fear, setbacks, pressure, discipline, teamwork, and trusting God when the outcome is uncertain.
A former University of Nebraska football player, Curt’s athletic path took a dramatic turn when he transitioned from the gridiron to the ice track — eventually competing at the highest level of international sport. Bobsledding is often misunderstood as a recreational winter thrill. In reality, it demands racing at speeds exceeding 90 mph while enduring up to 5 Gs of force in freezing conditions — knowing that a crash can occur on any curve, on any run. It is physically punishing, mentally demanding, and often terrifying. What allowed Curt to step into that fear repeatedly for over a decade was not simply strength or talent — it was faith.
With a deep-rooted trust in Christ, Curt learned to face fear with courage, embrace pressure with purpose, and pursue excellence with humility. His faith shaped not only his athletic success, but his identity, discipline, leadership, and resilience. That foundation helped lead him and his teammates to two Olympic medals, including a historic gold medal at the 2010 Winter Olympics — ending a 62-year gold medal drought for the United States in four-man bobsled.
Today, Curt brings that same intensity and authenticity to the stage. Whether addressing executives striving for peak performance, young athletes searching for identity, or men seeking purpose and strength in their faith, Curt challenges audiences to pursue greatness in every arena of life — spiritually, physically, and professionally.
From small-town Nebraska to Olympic glory, Curt’s journey proves that extraordinary impact can come from humble beginnings when faith and perseverance lead the way. He speaks to corporate teams, faith communities, men’s groups, athletic programs, and youth audiences on topics including:
Faith & Fitness
God in Hardships
Sports & Faith
Corporate events
Leadership & High Performance
Men’s Conferences
Motivation & Mental Toughness
Emceeing & Event Hosting
