"These are the Olympics. You die before you quit" - Al Oerter (American four-time Discus Champion)

Another two articles I found on the history of Olympic Medals for reading:

Olympic Medal History by Brandy Willingham for mademen.com

A Brief History of: Olympic Medals by Claire Suddeth for Time.com

In reference to the Claire Suddeth article a thought on the team name being Nike? The Goddess of Victory?