Arlena Quarles

Arlena Quarles is an American sprint athlete who competed during the 1980s and 1990s, primarily in the 100-meter dash and relay events. She represented the United States in international track and field competitions, including Olympic Games, where she competed as part of relay teams. Quarles was part of the broader generation of American female sprinters who helped elevate women's track and field during this era. Her contributions to relay programs demonstrated the importance of team-based competition in track and field. While not as internationally celebrated as some of her contemporaries, Quarles' participation in Olympic competition and relay events contributed to the development of women's sprinting in American athletics during a transformative period for female sports.