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Lolo Jones, Lauryn Williams chosen for the U.S. women's bobsled team

Lolo Jones took up bobsledding after the 2012 London Olympics. (Harry How/Getty Images)

Lolo Jones took up bobsledding after the 2012 London Olympics. (Harry How/Getty Images)

Track stars Lolo Jones and Lauryn Williams have been chosen to be a part of the U.S. women's bobsled team for the Winter Olympics, according to NBC Sports'Nick Zaccardi.

Jones and Williams were both members of the U.S Olympic delegation for the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, with Williams taking home a gold after running with the 4x100m relay in the qualification round. Jones came in fourth in the 100m hurdles finals at the games. Williams had previously won silver in the 100m dash at the 2004 Olympic games.

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