Friendship and smiles! Living with type 1 diabetes, I’ve found incredible strength in the support of a strong community. Bringing people together to talk about meaningful topics—especially in sport—is something I truly value. I’m committed to pursuing my sport at the highest level with integrity and balance, while also sharing a positive message with the next generation. I hope to inspire, educate, and empower others affected by diabetes. I believe that openly discussing these values helps me grow into a better athlete, teammate, and friend.
Fun Facts
Mandy Marquardt resides in Allentown, PA and is a professional track sprint cyclist for the USA Cycling National Team and Edge Cycling. Mandy began cycling at age 10 in Florida and quickly rose to prominence by winning two national titles in her first year of competition. At 16, Mandy was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and was told by a doctor that she would never compete at a high level in sport again. It was a challenge that shaped her journey and strengthened her determination to prove that diabetes doesn’t define her or limit what she can achieve.
A 27-time U.S. National Champion, 4-time U.S. National Record holder and 2-time Pan American Games medalist, Mandy has competed at prestigious events such as World Cups, and the World Championships. Her ultimate goal is to represent Team USA at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics while continuing to inspire others and make a difference in her community.
Mandy’s dedication to sport is deeply rooted in values like respect, accountability, sportsmanship, and clean and healthy performance. As an ambassador for TrueSport, she is committed to fostering friendship, building strong communities, and inspiring, educating, and empowering others to overcome challenges and live life to the fullest.
She believes that embracing these values not only makes her a better athlete, but also a stronger teammate, friend, and role model. Mandy’s story serves as a powerful example of perseverance, resilience, and the ability to break barriers – both on and off the bike.