Olympic dreams 

To compete at the Olympic Games is one of the highest honors for any athlete, regardless of discipline. But doing it alongside your siblings? For the Rivers triplets, that’s the dream.  

Henri and Henniyah have had a taste of what to expect, competing in the Youth Olympics last year, which Helaina missed out on through injury, but there’s an acceptance that Milano-Cortina 2026 will be something special.  

“Competing at the Winter Olympics will be a dream come true,” said Henri IV. 

“Travelling with my family, all of us this time, will mean a lot [and] to see my parents’ face when I cross the finish line… I’ll be the happiest person on earth when that happens.” 

The collective decision to represent Jamaica – an ode to their mother’s history – adds another level of importance to what they do on skis. 

The support from the Jamaican Ski Federation (JSF) has been particularly significant to the trio, with Helaina stating: “It is great knowing that we have a big support system and we can reach out when we need help; being able to have them support us through this journey is amazing.”  

Given their determination to make real change, it is perhaps fitting that the theme of the upcoming Games is ‘dreaming together’, something these three are well-versed in. For each, their ultimate dream in life mirrors the others’: to compete together, to break down barriers, and to make history by each other’s side.  

“If you’re together, you can overcome barriers one step at a time… support and love goes all the way,” Henniyah begins.  

Helaina follows, adding: “When we do this, it will be great to just be with one another and start this journey.”  

The spotlight then falls on Henri IV, who encapsulates the spirit of their journey.  

“The ultimate dream is to inspire others and make history,” he said.  

“It’s to leave a legacy that goes beyond skiing. I want to be remembered for breaking barriers.”