Barbara Jones, B.J., ran the second leg on the Tigerbelles winning 400-meter relay team in the 1960 Olympic Games at Rome. Barbara is a native of Chicago. She became a Tigerbelle in a roundabout way. Listen to the audio version here . . . Barbara: I ran for the Catholic Youth Organization in Chicago and
Interviews
Margaret Matthews interview
Margaret Matthews won a bronze medal in the 4×100 relay in the 1956 Olympic Games in Melbourne, Australia Dwight: What was it like being at Tennessee State and being a Tigerbelle? It was one of the most wonderful experiences I’ve ever had in my life. And I am just thankful to the university and Coach