Raymond Gray "Ray" Lewis was a track and field athlete. He was the first African-Canadian to win a medal at the Olympic Games, but his life was much more than that. Born In 1910, he faced racism and prejudice related to his black heritage, but that did not stop him from pursuing his dream. He accomplished various things in his life and was, and still is, a source. of inspiration to many people. Raymond Lewis was born on October 8, 1910 in Hamilton, Ontario He was the youngest son of Cornelius Lewis and Emma Green living at that time. many forms, such as kids his age calling him names or teachers treating him badly for treating him badly. While this may have been upsetting and demotivating for most, for Ray it actually was. useful, because all the negativity just motivated him to do better and work harder Aside from that, he was also known as "Rapid" Ray. Lewis, as he could outrun anyone his age, from that moment on, everyone knew he would outshine his peers in the future. During his high school years, he dominated the sport of track and field, which was the only sport allowed to him. TO DO. Ray was so good that he even entered the 1928 Olympics as a 400 meter runner. He finished fourth, making Canada's team. He was unable to compete, however, as a white runner was favored for that spot. This did not stop him from going to college and he went to Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. There he was able to continue running as part of the Central relay team that won the United States National Schoolboy Championships in 1928 and 1929. From there he was able to be the national track and field champion in 1929. After his university studies, he had to return to Canada to become a porter. When ...... middle of paper ...... also built after him as part of the Canadian Olympic school program, where Lewis' career is on display for everyone to be informed. Lewis, born in a time of rejection, shows that you can achieve your dreams if you want to. Even though he faced many obstacles in his running career, he still achieved great success. He tried everything to get there and he finally succeeded. He also showed how wrong people were to think he was incapable because of his background. He completely changed racial barriers for the better in the world of sports. Sadly, this wonderful person passed away on November 15, 2003, but that doesn't mean his legacy doesn't live on. Ray Lewis is an inspiring person who made a huge impact in the world just because of a simple dream, and this shows that everyone is capable of making an impact, if only you follow your dream..