Monique Henderson was born on February 18, 1983, in San Diego, California. Growing up in Southern California, she discovered her passion for track and field at a young age. She attended Morse High School, where she quickly made a name for herself as a standout athlete. Henderson dominated the 400-meter event, winning the state championship all four years of high school.
After graduating from high school, Henderson went on to attend the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). It was during her time at UCLA that she truly began to shine on the track. In 2005, she set an NCAA record in the 400-meter race at the NCAA Outdoor Championships, solidifying her status as one of the top collegiate athletes in the country.
Henderson's talents on the track did not go unnoticed, and she soon found herself representing the United States on the international stage. At the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, she helped lead the American 4x400 meter relay team to a gold medal. Four years later, at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, she once again captured gold in the same event.
Off the track, Henderson leads a relatively private life. She remains close to her family in San Diego and continues to inspire young athletes through her work as a coach and mentor. Henderson's dedication to the sport of track and field is unwavering, and her impact on the community is immeasurable.
Monique Henderson will always be remembered as a true pioneer in the world of track and field. Her relentless work ethic and undeniable talent have solidified her as one of the sport's all-time greats. As she continues to inspire the next generation of athletes, her legacy will live on for years to come.