Discovering New Sports and Passions
Tori Gibson (left) and Taylor Gibson (right)
Early Beginnings
Tori Gibson is a sophomore at George W. Jenkins High School. Her sister, Taylor Gibson, is in her senior year at GJHS.
Their journey with sports started early. Tori started running track when she was 4 years old, and her sister started when she was 7. Their mother, who ran track in high school, recognized their potential early on.
As the sisters both did track & field their paths soon split into other interests. The two sisters started track around the same time, but they discovered their other sports Taylor, basketball, and for Tori, wrestling- on their own timing.
Discovering New Sports and Passions
Wrestling was a challenge for Tori that took courage to face. She began to consider wrestling in her freshman year, but she was scared that she wouldn’t be able to balance school, sports, and life in general. But she was inspired to join after one of the wrestling coaches talked to her mom about her concerns.
Wrestling has become a sport that pushes Tori’s limits. “It has made me stronger mentally, physically, and spiritually,” she said.
For Tori, the track remains a love of hers. “Track brings out my leadership skills, team bonding, friendship, consistency, and correction.” She considers these skills useful for her future outside of sports.
On and Off the Track: Sisters First
Tori and Taylor’s relationship goes beyond competition. “On the field, I will always make sure she knows I am her biggest supporter,” Tori shared. “Off the field, sometimes all it takes is just being there—being that little sister to vent to, a shoulder to cry on, or a lap to rest her head on. It’s about being her 80% when she only has 20% left to give, and her doing the same for me.” Tori explained.
Advice to Younger Athletes
When I asked the sisters what advice they would give to younger or newer athletes, Tori had words grounded in her faith:
“You’re not alone in anything. [1 Corinthians 10:13 (NIV) states], ‘No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.’”
She added that, if you have issues or worries, you can always go to God or a friend.
Growing Stronger Together
Whether through sports or school, Tori and Taylor continue to lead, inspire, and grow—not only as athletes but as individuals. From early beginnings on the track to finding their unique sports, they’ve built friendships, developed leadership, and learned to push beyond their limits—physically, mentally, and spiritually. And through it all, they remain each other’s biggest supporters, both on and off the track or court. Tori and Taylor are unstoppable sisters.