Wyomia Tyus Professions : Olympic athlete Born : August 29, 1945 Browse All Authors Top 3 quotes by Wyomia Tyus I wasn't paid a dime for my track career. But participating in the Olympics gave me the opportunity to learn about different cultures; it made me a better person. I wouldn't trade the time I competed for anything. Wyomia Tyus track careers opportunity My father used to tell us, 'You will have to work twice as hard to get what you want. Wyomia Tyus used want father I never think about anybody. I let them think about me. Wyomia Tyus thinking Similar Authors Betty Cuthbert olympic-athlete Bill Toomey olympic-athlete Brian Goodell olympic-athlete Bruce Jenner olympic-athlete Bryan Clay olympic-athlete Brutus Hamilton olympic-athlete All Authors