Is Katie Ledecky related to Islanders owner?

Is Katie Ledecky related to Islanders owner?

One person that people might not realize is related to one of the greatest swimmers of all time is Jon Ledecky, the co-owner of the New York Islanders. Jon is Katie’s uncle. He bought the team in 2014 for nearly $500 million.

Where did Katie Ledecky grow up?

The move will also bring Ledecky – who grew up in Bethesda, Maryland – closer to home and her family, a factor she cited in her decision to move to Florida. Ledecky has been living in California since the fall of 2016, when she enrolled at Stanford as a freshman just weeks after competing at the Rio Olympics.

Where did Katie Ledecky buy a house?

Katie Ledecky, MoCo native and one of the greatest swimmers of all-time, has decided to move her home base from Stanford in California to Gainesville, Florida.

How much do Olympic gold medalists get?

Olympic athletes do not get paid by just attending the Olympic Games. However, if an athlete earns a medal, there is a medal bonus attached to it. A gold medal is worth $37,500, a silver medal is worth $22,500 and a bronze medal is worth $15,000.

How much did Ledecky buy the Islanders for?

Ledecky and Malkin will be the eighth ownership group in the franchise’s history, as the National Hockey League’s Board of Governors unanimously approved the sale of the franchise on Sept. 30. Last week, Forbes magazine reported the sale price at $485 million.

How often does Katie Ledecky breathe?

“She breathes every two strokes, always to her right, which does create a bit of a gallop in her stroke,” Chura explained.