Episode 71 Riley Tejcek US Marine Captain and USA Bobsled Team

Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast. I’m your host, Jeff Durr, and today’s episode is truly a trifecta of strength,resilience, and inspiration.

Our guest, Riley Tejcek, has worn many uniforms in her remarkable journey. She’s a former standout college softball player at George Washington University, where her grit and determination on the diamond shaped the foundation of her competitive spirit. After graduation, she chose a new arena of service, enlisting in the United States Marine Corps, where she now serves as a Captain, leading recruiting efforts and inspiring the next generation of Marines. Her leadership and excellence earned her recognition as the 2021 Marine Female Athlete of the Year.

But Riley didn’t stop there. She was a pilot on the U.S. Women’s Bobsled Team and has also become an author of a children’s book titled “If You Can Dream It, Be It”. A story rooted in her own life journey, designed to inspire kids and adults alike to chase their dreams fearlessly.

From the softball field to the military, to the Bobsled track, Riley embodies what it means to be RU Strong, relentless,courageous, and always pushing past limits.

Let’s dive in with Riley Tejcek.