@fenncoffee CEO, @unitedhunt Founder • First Black American Professional Triathlete • Yamassee 🪶 • 🦅 🇺🇸
Menlo Park, CA
Joined October 2009
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You will not know how much you need to improve until you step up to the starting line and test yourself! #dekafit #hybridracing #spartanrace
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We are truly sorry for the loss that occurred yesterday at Gray Whale Cove State Beach in San Mateo County, where a person suffered a medical emergency and fell from the cliffs, turning a rescue into a recovery.
In the wake of this sad tragedy, we are reminded of the inherent beauty and the unpredictable nature of our coastline. While the views are breathtaking, the terrain can be unstable. We want to encourage everyone visiting our shores to stay mindful of their surroundings and maintain a safe distance—ideally at least 10 feet—from cliff edges.
You may notice our personnel, like the firefighter pictured here, working near the edge during operations. It is important to note that they are equipped with specialized "edge protection," including helmets and safety ropes, which allows them to safely act as the "eyes and ears" for the Incident Commander. This rigorous safety protocol is what enables us to coordinate complex rescues and maintain a vantage point that would otherwise be unsafe.
We are profoundly grateful for the seamless coordination of all the agencies who responded to this incident: CAL FIRE, Coastside Fire, Pillar Point Harbor Patrol, @NoCoFire (Pacifica Fire), CHP-H30, CAL FIRE, San Mateo County Fire, @SMCSheriff, and CA State Parks.
We remain committed to your safety and ask that you help us by staying back and staying safe.
@sanmateoco #CaWx
ALT Firefighter and ocean, cliffs
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Twishimiye kwakira inzobere z'Abanyamerika mu mukino w'amagare Greta Neimanas na Max Fennell mu Rwanda, aho bagaragaje uko siporo ishobora guteza imbere isoko ry'umurimo no guhuza abantu. #USAinRwanda #SportsDiplomacy. Reba ibyaranze uruzinduko rwabo:
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U.S. athletes @gretaneimanas and @maxfennell spoke to members of Rwanda’s sports sector about building careers and industries through sports. As a growing platform for businesses, organized sports are creating new opportunities for economic growth. #USAinRwanda #SportsDiplomacy
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Thank you to the U.S. Embassy in Kigali’s @SportsDiplomacy program & @RWBookmobile for an incredible event on sporting careers! Our kids were inspired by the stories of @maxfennell, Jazilla Mwamikazi, & Greta Neimanas. And our #cycling team received expert coaching! 🚲
One of my favorite experiences was meeting the Honorable Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire. It was a true honor to be welcomed alongside fellow American athlete Greta Neimanas and the U.S. Embassy Kigali delegation. Our conversation centered around the powerful role of sports diplomacy in strengthening Rwanda–U.S. relations, and the importance of fostering inclusive athletic opportunities especially in cycling and paracycling. We also discussed the inspiring vision of Rwanda becoming a global sports hub, particularly as the country prepares to host the 2025 UCI Road World Championships. The energy, passion, and commitment to youth engagement and development through sport was both humbling and motivating.
Looks like everyone is in Kigali Rwanda this week. Just met @LethalShooter__ in my hotel!
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Intumwa za @SportsDiplomacy zaturutse muri Leta Zunze ubumwe z'Amerika @maxfennell na @gretaneimanas zirashima ibikorwa by'umuryango @LwdWork biri mu Karere ka Rwamagana, birimo ishuri ry'imyuga itandukanye nko gukanika amagare, kudoda no gutunganya imisatsi.
Iri tsinda kandi ryasuye umushinga wa "Bike for future" ufasha abana b'abakobwa kwitabira no gukunda umukino w'amagare, aba bana bakaba ari abo mu turere twa Bugesera na Gatsibo nabo bari baje i Rwamagana.
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In their return to the Field of Dreams, the guests and BCT team riders participated in cycling clinic held at the center's racetrack and pump truck.
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In the afternoon, the visiting athletes, the staff from the US Embassy, members of the @BugeseraC visited Ntarama Memorial site and pay tribute to the victims of the Genocide Against the Tutsi in 1994.
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After the visit to the mayor, the team headed to the Field of Dreams, facilitated a workshop with the BCT coaches and technical team.
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Prior to the visit at the Center, a team was welcomed by the Mayor of Bugesera district @MutabaziRich, discussed about the "Sports Diplomacy Program" and how it can facilitate other sport development initiatives in @BugeseraDistr.
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Yesterday, we're honored to welcome two athletes and Olympians: @maxfennell & @gretaneimanas, a team from the US Embassy made of its Deputy Public Affairs, Marissa Polnerow and the Alumni program specialist, Jean de Dieu Hakorimana as part of “Sports Diplomacy” program.
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Visiting Rwanda for the first time, @maxfennell was struck by the country’s athletic potential. “This is the perfect training ground for world-class athletes,” he said.
Leading cycling clinics for youth aged 9 to 18, Fennell emphasized hard work, persistence, and self-belief. “We already see the talent—it’s about helping them believe in themselves.”
Reflecting on his own decade-long career, he added, “With focus and dedication, there’s no doubt Rwanda will produce world champions.”
#KigaliInTheMorning @USAmbRwanda – at Rwanda
First Africa Basketball League game in the books. Had to rock my Yamassee shirt and necklace to the game!
Honored to be in Kigali, Rwanda representing the U.S. State Department, USA Cycling USA Triathlon as part of Sports Diplomacy. Stepped out of the hotel and saw this run crew flowing through the city so of course I had to jump in for an easy 7 miles!
