Sha'Carri Richardson Makes First Public Appearance in New York After Recent Setback

Sha’Carri Richardson placed her recent setback behind her as she graced the Colgate Women’s Games, the longest-running indoor track and field series for girls and young women in the United States.

The event, which will be celebrating its 50th anniversary this season, will be streamed live on February 7.

To mark this five-decade milestone, the organisation decided to bring together some of the biggest names in sports, including Sha’Carri Richardson. The anniversary season also features expanded partnerships with Girls on the Run NYC and PowerPlay NYC.

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According to Colgate-Palmolive and event organisers, the Colgate Women’s Games has been a launching pad for numerous Olympic athletes, including gold medalist sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson and silver medalist Dalilah Muhammad.

"We’re just two weeks out from the 50th Colgate Women’s Games Finals! This event is all about empowering young girls to find their strength and pursue their dreams, on and off the track. I’m so excited to be part of #CWG50, where I can show love to the women who paved the way and celebrate the next generation of athletes," Sha'Carri Richardson posted on her Instagram before the event.

"When you give this sport all that you've got, you never know how far it can take you. If you’re in NYC, come see me on February 7 at The Armory. Tickets are free but required. Grab yours through the link in @ColgateWomensGames bio and follow along for updates. Can’t wait to see you there and watch these amazing young athletes compete!"

Beyond producing superstar talent, the series has also supported thousands of participants who went on to pursue careers outside of athletics.

The organisation's mission extends beyond the track, emphasising academic and personal development. The event organisers highlighted that the series awards over 100 educational scholarships each season, underscoring its commitment to fostering both academic opportunity and athletic excellence.

Several Olympians who are alumnae of the Colgate Women's Games also returned for the anniversary celebration.

Sha'Carri Richardson, Dalilah Muhammad, Ajeé Wilson, and Natasha Hastings are all confirmed to be in attendance, paying tribute to the institution that played a role in their early careers.

In a statement released before the event, the leadership of the Colgate Women’s Games described the series as "the starting line" for generations of girls who have become leaders both on and off the track.

Meanwhile, in a surprising turn of events last week, Sha'Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman were both arrested in Orange County, Florida.

The incident began when deputies clocked Sha’Carri Richardson’s gray Aston Martin travelling at 104 mph in a 65 mph zone, leading to a charge of dangerous excessive speeding.

During the traffic stop, Christian Coleman arrived in a separate vehicle and reportedly attempted to intervene and defend Richardson’s actions. After he allegedly refused to return to his car and failed to provide identification, he was arrested for resisting an officer without violence.

A subsequent search of Christian Coleman’s vehicle also led to a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia after officers found a glass device with residue. Both athletes were booked into the Orange County Jail and released later that night after posting bond.

This legal trouble follows another recent incident in late 2025, where Sha’Carri Richardson was arrested for domestic violence after an argument with Christian Coleman at an airport. Both stars have since entered not guilty pleas through their attorney and are scheduled for court appearances later this month.