Elladj Balde skates his truth after difficulty in the sport
Early in his career, figure skater Elladj Balde had a love-hate relationship with his sport. He felt he had some of his best results when he was being his least authentic self. It’s been a journey to be embraced as a Black man on the ice, but Balde is finally at peace. Skating outside of the constraints he once felt he’s helping others “Skate Their Truth” and working to create a more diverse and inclusive environment for the next generation of skaters.