Hunter Hess, a Team USA Olympic skier, responded to being called a “real Loser” by President Donald Trump by turning the insult into a fundraising effort. Hess released “Real Loser” t-shirts and hats, with 100% of proceeds donated to a nonprofit that helps underprivileged youth participate in action sports such as surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding. Hess grew up skiing on Mount Bachelor in Bend, Oregon, and previously supported the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Fund, which uses competitive snow sports to create opportunities for athletes. After Trump’s comments, Hess received thousands of hate messages and death threats before competing. Hess continued forward, stating he stood by what he said, while the snow sports community and his support network rallied around him.
"Just because I'm wearing the flag doesn't mean I represent everything that's going on in the U.S."
"Now, Hess is using the moment for good. The 27-year-old has launched , releasing t-shirts and hats labeled "Real Loser." 100% of the proceeds are being donated to , a nonprofit that helps underprivileged youth participate in action sports like surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding."
"Following President Trump's comments, the first-time Olympian received thousands of hate comments and death threats. This all occurred before he was to compete on skiing's biggest stage. Despite the hate, Hess did not back down. "I stand with what I said," Hess stated in an interview with the Associated Press."
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