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ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, May 21, 2026 \u200b \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Swiss performance brand On unveiled a cornerstone of its strategic expansion into the Sprint discipline with the launch of the\u00a0On Athletics Club (OAC) Sprint\u00a0<\/strong>team. Based in Los Angeles, this new elite squad is built to compete on the sport\u2019s biggest stages and spark the cultural conversation with a young, diverse global audience.<\/p>\n This launch represents the next evolution of On\u2019s successful team ecosystem, the On Athletics Club (OAC). The OAC is built on a unique model: a global ecosystem of teams united by a powerful shared philosophy that puts teamwork at the center of everything. It is On\u2019s engine for redefining what\u2019s possible in running \u2013 both by winning on the world\u2019s biggest stages and by turning those elite insights into performance technology for every customer. Applying the same team-first philosophy that has brought world titles and Olympic medals to its OAC distance program, On now introduces OAC Sprint to make its mark on global short-distance track.<\/p>\n \u201cSprinting is the ultimate expression of human potential, and with the OAC Sprint team, we are pouring our belief into that pursuit,\u201d says On Founder Olivier Bernhard. \u201cOur dream goes far beyond the podium. By applying our proven OAC philosophy, we believe that the right team and community can not only compete for medals, but also inspire a new generation and help shape the culture of the sport for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n Strategically based in the greater Los Angeles area \u2013 a global hub of sport and culture and host city of athletics\u2019 biggest stage in 2028 \u2013 the OAC Sprint team will be led by the highly respected coach John Bolton (JB), supported by sport scientist and strength & conditioning coach Harrison Smith. JB brings a wealth of experience from coaching junior college to his role as Assistant Sprints Coach at the University of Southern California (USC). Bolton\u2019s impressive track record includes developing world-class talent, having guided athletes to the Olympic podium and multiple World Championship finals.<\/p>\n That legacy continues with the new OAC Sprint roster. Ghanaian Olympian and two-time African Games medalist Benjamin Azamati reunites with Coach Bolton to anchor the new team. He is joined by a powerhouse of American NCAA talent, including reigning NCAA 100m Champion Samirah Moody and the 100m runner-up, Max Thomas, who both bring sub-11 and sub-10 second speed, respectively. The team\u2019s range is further showcased by 6-time NCAA All-American Johnny Brackins, an elite talent in the 110m and 400m hurdles<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m incredibly excited to be a part of building something truly different with OAC Sprint,\u201d says Coach John \u201cJB\u201d Bolton. \u201cWe have brought together a group of exceptional founding athletes who not only have world-class potential, but also share a desire to build a team culture with a real purpose. This is the foundation. Our mission is to win on the biggest stages while creating a team environment that inspires the next generation. This is a vision we are committed to building on for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n OAC Sprint Founding Member Athletes:<\/strong><\/p>\n Benjamin Azamati (GHA) 2x African Games Medalist (4x100m Relay) Johnny Brackins (USA) Samirah Moody (USA) NCAA Outdoor Champion (100m, 2025)
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\u200bOlympian (Tokyo 2021, Paris 2024)
\u200bWorld Championships Participant (2019, 2022, 2025)
\u200b100m Personal Best: 9.90s<\/p>\n
\u200b<\/strong>110mH & 400mH
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\u200b6x NCAA All-American (Hurdles & Long Jump)
\u200bWorld U20 Championships Bronze Medalist (Long Jump)
\u200b400mH Personal Best: 49.04s
\u200b60mH Personal Best: 7.43<\/p>\n
\u200b<\/strong>60m, 100m & 200m<\/p>\n
\u200b100m Personal Best: 10.93s
\u200b200m Personal Best: 22.50s<\/p>\n