2010 Four-Man Bobsled Team to Be Inducted into U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame, Class of 2025

The legendary 2010 U.S. Four-Man Bobsled Team, comprised of pilot Steve Holcomb and push athletes Justin Olsen, Steve Mesler and Curt Tomasevicz, has officially been named to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame, Class of 2025. Their historic gold-medal performance at the Vancouver Winter Olympic Games ended a 62-year drought for Team USA, securing the country’s first Olympic title in the four-man event since 1948.

Nicknamed “The Night Train” for its sleek, jet-black exterior, the sled became a symbol of American innovation and dominance on ice. The name was originally coined during early testing by engineer Bob Cuneo of the Bo-Dyn Bobsled Project, which was led by NASCAR legend and co-founder Geoff Bodine. Cuneo joked that the intimidating black sled looked like a runaway freight train—and the nickname quickly stuck, perfectly capturing its powerful presence and unmatched speed.

Developed over nearly a decade of dedicated research and engineering, the Night Train was a state-of-the-art machine designed by Bo-Dyn using NASCAR-inspired technology and advanced materials such as Kevlar, fiberglass and carbon-fiber composites. With a sharp focus on aerodynamics and weight distribution, it earned recognition as the fastest bobsled in the world at the time.

The 2010 gold medal marked a defining moment in American Olympic history. Racing against the heavily favored, five-time Olympic champion German team, the Americans won by just 0.38 seconds, a razor-thin margin that underscored both the physical power of the team and the technical brilliance of the sled.

The team was composed of a truly exceptional group of elite athletes, each contributing a distinct blend of strength, skill and character. Holcomb is widely regarded as one of the greatest bobsled pilots in U.S. history, known for his precision, leadership and composure under pressure. Olsen brought unmatched power and discipline, shaped by his service in the New York Army National Guard. Mesler blended athletic excellence with a drive to inspire others, later founding the nonprofit Classroom Champions and earning induction into the National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame. Tomasevicz, now the Director of Sport Performance for USA Bobsled/Skeleton, holds a Ph.D. in biological systems engineering and brought explosive power honed during his days as a running back and linebacker for the University of Nebraska. 

“Recognizing the team as worthy of induction into the Hall of Fame is an incredible honor. It is, without a doubt, a reflection of so many people that contributed to helping the team and helping each of us individually. Coaches, trainers, staff, sled techs, etc. all played a crucial role in our success. Ultimately, we believed in each other and had faith that giving our absolute best would lead us to the top of the podium,” shared Tomasevicz.

Together, the four men pushed the Night Train to the top of the Olympic podium and ushered in a new era for American bobsledding. We are proud to honor their incredible achievements with a place in the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame.

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About US Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame

Established in 1979, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame honors the outstanding achievements of America’s most iconic Olympic and Paralympic athletes, coaches, and contributors. The inaugural class was inducted in 1983, and today, the Hall of Fame resides at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs, Colorado—serving as a lasting tribute to the individuals who have shaped Team USA’s legacy on the global stage.

About USA Bobsled/Skeleton

USA Bobsled/Skeleton is the national governing body for the sports of bobsled and skeleton racing in the United States. Based in Lake Placid, NY, USA Bobsled/Skeleton oversees the development and training of American athletes at all levels of competition.