Spring 1999 | The Legacy

Pictured in the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs, Co lo. are, ji-om left, Al Joyne,; husband of Florence Griffith Joyner; US. Olympic Committee President Bill Hybl; and Al's eight-year-old daughter Mary Ruth

The United State s Olympic Committee honored one of th e greates t track and field athletes of the 20 th century and one of it s mo st deco rated Olympians, fiv e-timeOlympicmedalistFlorence Griffith Joyner, with an exhibit ofher athletic and p er sonal memorabilia The displa y will be on exhibit through August 12, 19 99, at the U.S. Olympic Vi sitor Center in Colorado Spring s

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HE RAN IN '28 by: Jon Hendershott

Reproduced with the permission from the Editor of Track and Field News: E. Gary Hill Issue March 1999

" Peopl e hav e told me, 'I never shook hands with an Olympic champion , "' he say s "I r ealiz ed it is an important achiev ement. There really i s nothing like it. "

When Fred Alderman di ed last September atthe age of 93 , the distinction as the oldest living U.S. Olympic track ch ampion stayed right with the same team that won the Olympic 4 x 400 meter r elay title in Amsterdam in 1928 Con tinued on page 2

Betty Robinson Schwartz, the first woman to win an Olympic gold medal in track, dies, age 87. Sto,y on page 5

Letter from John Naber,

U.S. Olympians Pr es id e nt

If it is to be, it is upto me.

Perhaps you ' ve already heard about this tenword, twenty-letter sentence. It succinctly summarizes one ofthe fundamental lessons ofparticipation in the Olympic Games . If we want to see something happen , we should take on the responsibility to see that it does. Well , I guess we're living those words on a daily basis.

I am proud to report the creation of the Olympians for Olympians Relief Fund,

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Leadoff runner George Baird, who turns 92 in March - and is the lone surviving member of the quartet - now claims the honor as the senior American gold winner.

"I have to say I get a kick out of it now , being introduced as Olympic gold medalist ," admits Baird , a retired university teacher who now lives with his wife Dorothea in Armonk, New York

"In Atlanta, at VISA's center for past Olympians , people saw my '28 lapel pin and were as fascinated by my age as by me being a champion."

At the '96 Games , Baird reunited with Alderman - seeing his former teammate for the first since ' 28. " It took a long time to track down where Fred was, " Baird recalls, "and it was just great to see him. " Together , they watched the United States win both 4x400m relay titles

Baird admits that for decades after the '28 Games, he didn ' t even think about his Olympic achievements. He says, " That was then. I lived it then and moved on. Nobody made anything from running ,

Official Newsletter of the U.S. Olympians which is discussed in greater detail by Earl Young on page seven of this issue. Essentially, the U.S Olympiansarenowina position to provide valuable and needed assistance to members of our own organization Through the generous cooperation of the USOC, we now are well on our way to operating a non-profit 501 c3 organi zation, funded and directed by Olympic ath letes like you and me. It ' s very exciting On other fronts , by now you shou ld have received a long questionnaire , asking your opinions on the ethical and character issues governing your participation in Olympic sport. Even if you didn't complete the questionnaire by the stated deadline , I urge you to go ahead and fill out the fmm and return the survey, anyway. We have received a wonderful response, and the Josephson Institute of Ethics will continue collecting and compiling the data for many more months. Do it now, won'tyou?

and the next year the Great Depression hit. " Also , there wasn't the mass media like today ; no television, no publicity and

very little writing. It just wasn't a big deal."

Baird clocked his fastest time, 4 7.4, as an Iowa senior in '29 and then moved to California to work and train at athletic clubs in Los Ange les He even took a screen test , but dashing Ramon Navarro got the role

Baird would have liked to try for the ' 32 Olympic team, but "people had to worry first about finding work and making a little money."

I am also delighted to see that chapters are gearing up with more meetings and activitie s. Olympians are playing golf at other charities' benefit tournaments , 70-yearold Olympians are being inducted into their respective university Sports Halls of Fame, and one of our own is even in ne gotiations for the making of a movie of hislife(starringNicolasCage , we bear) I received two calls in the last month from advertising agencies looking for Olympians who can discuss the merits of Olympic participation, for its own sake. For the first time in my memory , the USOC and the U.S. Federal Government are joining together to celebrate Olympic Day on the steps ofU.S. Capitol.

In this time of questionable ethics, confusion over morality and skepticism of authority , it is the Olympic ideal that people are turning to for guidance.

Let's be there for them.

He moved through various work in the '30s, even handling busine ss matters for older brother Bill's famed marionette troupe. But while still in California, he became fascinated by education. Graduate degrees at NYU led to a lifetime of teaching - and today he still conducts two correspondence courses in philosophy.

As well as moving on from his Olympic achievements, Baird admits that for decades he also didn't follow track itself. Seeing the '68 Games on television rekindled his interest in the sport.

"And the first recognition I got for more than 60 years after Amsterdam came in 1991 ," headds. AttheOlympicFestivalin Los Angeles , some fans met him, recognized his name and persuaded officials to let Baird award the medal - in the4 x400m relay, of course

OCTOBER 23 - 25, 1999

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Congress Hotline : 719.578 .4711

Both the Northern California Chapter and the New England Chapter ofthe U.S. OlympiansAlumniAssocrnt10n came out in support of the USOC's newly developed department of Education Resources Inanattemptto get U. S. Olympic curriculum and youth programs in front of educators around the United States, the USOC had a display booth on both coasts this spring.

Northern California Olympians Anne Warner Cribbs (swimming , 1960), Jeff Float (swimming, 1984) , Jim Hines (athletics , 1968) , Brian Martin (luge , 1998) and Suzie Paxton (fencing , 1996) provided their fame and willingness to sign autographs at the National Association of Elementary School Principals Conference held in San Francisco in March. Over 4 ,000 delegates had a chance to meet and have their photographs taken with some ofAmerica ' s greatest athletes . A surprise appearance by Jennifer Chandler (diving , 197 6) capped off a great conference.

Notto be outdone, the New England Chapter rallied by providing Olympians Peter Breen (figure skating, l 992),RachelMayer

Godino (figure skating, 199 2) , Janel Jorgensen (swimming , 1988) , Cammy Myler (luge , 1988, '92 , '94 , ' 98), Tina Noyes (figure skating, 1964 , '68) , John Thomas (athletics, 1960, ' 64) and Dan Weinstein (speedskating, 1998), who

ofLucinda as president of AAHPERD.

greeted over 8,000 delegates at the American Alli ance of Health , Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) Convention in Boston inApril. Olympian LucindaAdams(athletics, 1956 , '60)was elected president of AAHPERD at the convention for the next term

Thanks also goes to USOC staffmembers, CindyStinger(teamhandball, 1984, '88, ' 92) and Mark Shepherd (paralympics, 1996) for their support of the USOC education effort.

"It's thrilling to see people's faces when they see and speak with an Olympian. Some delegates were able to

meet their

very

own hero.

The presence of these Olympians made a big impact on how people were open to hearing more about our educational programs"

Velinda Baker, Director of' Education Resources

It' s thrilling to s ee people's face s when they see and speak with an Olympian. Some delegates were able to meet their very own hero The presence of these Olympians made a big impact on how people were open to hearing more about our educational programs," said Velinda Baker, Director of Education Resources.

For more information on the USOC ' s Education Resourc es contact Dire ctor ofEducation Resources , Velinda Baker at (719) 578-4892 orvelind a .b aker@usoc.org

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Ti na Noyes and Lucinda Adams celebrate the election

Diane French (volleyball , 1980), keynote speaker, expresses the love and commitment that her teammate , Flo Hyman (volleyball, 1980, '84), had for the game of volleyball.

The 1999 Flo Hyman Youth Award nominees get a taste of fame when they are pulled away from the action to pose for the camera. The nominees pictured L to Rare: Nekia Waldrup, Stephanie Hoxsey, Amber Day, Kaitlin Barlow, Emily Constant, Maureen Perez, Jessie Martin , Beth Maiurro and Amanda Castellano

13TH ANNUAL NATIONAL GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY CELEBRATION

By Adrienne Jones

Diane Brunner, a Sports Physiologist at the Athlete Performance Lab, explains a test used for metabolic testing that assesses an athlete's 02 uptake, Co2 output and heart rate while an eager Girl Scout feels the effects.

The first National Girls and Women in Sports Day was established in 1987 to celebrate girls and women in sports and to honor Flo Hyman, a two-time U.S. Olympian in 1980 and 1984, who died during a volleyball match in 1986. Every year this special day is celebrated in Washington , D.C., and in other cities across the United States . This year the USOC and the Girls Scouts-Wagon Wheel Council joined together to celebrate this inaugural eventatthe U.S. Olympic Complex in Colorado Springs on February 4 th , 1999. Inattendanceattheeventwere 60 middle school girls from the Colorado Springs area along with U.S . Olympians. Thethemeofthedaywas "Fanning the Flame" which reflects the mission of the program to give these young women a vision of their opportunities to be succ e ssful in sports and in life.

The morning session began with remarks from the woman who spearheaded the event, Alumni Relations Manager and three-time Olympian, Cindy Stinger (team handball, 1984, '88, '92). Following Stinger was the keynote address by Diane French, a teammate of Flo's on the 1980 U.S. Olympic Volleyball team and a fellow Girl Scout. Diane expressed the strong commitment and enthusiasm Flo had for volleyball. Two inspirational videos were shown, "A T ribute to Flo Hyman" and a v ideo of "Women's Outstanding Sport Achievements." Finishing up the morning session, the Flo Hyman Youth Award nominees were honored. The nominees exemplify dignity, spirit, and commitment to excellence in sport. The winner of the Flo Hyman Youth Award was Beth Maiurro, an eighth grade student from Janitell Junior High School who is a four -sport athlete and has a 4.0 grade point average

The remainder of the day consisted of a variety of educational and fun-filled activities . First, everyone took a grand tour of the Athlete Performance Lab where girls experienced tests that elite athletes use to perfect their performance. The next stop was the Internati onal Center for Aquatics Research (ICAR) . The girls witnessed master swimmer, N ancy Ridout, in one ofthe top training units in the world, the swimming flume The girls then proceeded to experience hands-on activity with Olympians in the sports of badminton and field hockey

Ending the "Fanning the Flame" event , all participants had lunch in the Olympic Complex dining hall, and each participant received exciting U.S. Olympic gifts such as T-shirts, pins , posters , and a Girl Scout tote bag with which to carry all of their goodies Overall, the event was a great success leaving many inspired girls with the courage to reach for their dreams and a vision of a bright tomorrow

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Continued from page I the public the personal and competitive side ofFlorence Griffith Joyner, who was an inspiration to so many throughout her life ,"USOCPresidentBillHybl said. "Flo Jo was a success as an athlete and as an individual and this exhibit is our way of saying thanks to her and her family for being so supportive of the U S Olympi\ Movement and for being the inspiration that she was :t0 youth and others throughout the country."

Griffith Joyner ' s husband, Al Joyner, and their eightyear-old daughter, Mary Ruth , were in attendance for the exhibit unveiling, which is located in the Hall of Fame Room at the Visitor's Center.

KnowntotheworldasFloJo,GriffithJoynereamedthree gold medals atthe 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, Korea, winning the 100- and 200-meter races and running a leg on the victorious 4xl 00-meterrelay team. She also took home a silver medal as a member ofthe4x400-meterrelay.

Griffith Joyner , who was known for her stylish competitive outfits and her long colorful nails, earned her first Olympic medal (silver) in the 200 meters at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles Her world records in the 100 meters ( 10 .49) and the 200 meters (21 34) still stand

As a sixteen year-old high school student , Betty Robinson won the gold medal in 100-meters in 1928 at the Amsterdam Olympic Games, setting a world record of 12.2 seconds. She died Tuesday, May 18 in Colorado from cancer and Alzheimer's disease , according to her son, Rick Schwartz.

Robinson Schwartz also won a silver medal in the 400-meterrelay in Amsterdam. Her

track career almost ended in 1931 when she was seriously injured in a plane crash. Doctors thought she wouldn't walk again, but she was able to resume training. She missed the 1932 Olympics but returned as amemberofthe USArelayteamatthe 1936 Games in Berlin and collected her second gold medal. Elizabeth Robinson Schwartz is survived b y her son Rick and daughter Jane , as well as three grandchildren

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By Elliott Denman USA '56

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abilities to the ultimate test in the Olympic arena. Any slip along the way- or a magnificent performance by a rival- and she knows that all ofhervision, or major phases ofit, could come to shattering conclusion

But Marion Jones is undeterred. At 23, this 5foot-l 0-inch-140-pound athlete looks directly fo1ward and never back. It ' s all there in front of her , a level of unprecedented Olympic achievement awaiting the challenge ofher flying feet.

No athlete- in any sport, in any nationpromises to be better prepared. Well over a year before these historic first Games of the Millenium as well as the Modem Games' third centwy, Marion Jones is definitely on track

The combination of God-given talent , immense desire and a marvelous work ethic figure to elevate her to the brink of Olympic history.

However, it's that third element she likes to emphasize .

"People sometimes forget that I'm a very hard worker," Jones said in New York the night of February 11. She was in the Big Apple not to run at Madison Square Garden but to be honored in the grand ballroom ofThe WaldorfAstoria about one mile away.

The occasion was the 19 th annual dinner of the International Amateur Association , Inc., and Jones was there to receive the Jesse Owens International Trophy Award as the planet's finest Olympic-sport competitor of the 1998 season.

As ever , the annual black-tie spectacular was masterminded by 1948 Olympic long jump, bronze medalist Herb Douglas, and the ballroom was filled to capacity. In the audience of ardent applauders were many who'd been to the Olympic arena themselves , and written their own chapters in the Games' archives

On this night, Jones would share the spotlight with His Excellency Kofi Annan, Secretary

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General of the United Nations and fourth so the race to be the first to five remains recipient of the Jesse Owens Global Award. The award is presented biennially to the individual "who bas made a lasting and significant contribution of enduring quality to society from a background in spo1ts "

As a younger man, Annan, born in Ghana, studied at Minnesota ' s Macalester College, where he sprinted on the track tea m and played varsity soccer, while also excelling on the debate team . Later , he gained a master's degree from the Massachusetts In stitute of Technology.

Now, as Annan wrestles with more earthshaking questions, Marion Jones attempts to answer her own question of " Can't it be five?"

On numbers alone , it seems definitely do-able.

During the 1998 campaign , in which Jones competed on five continents , she was the fastest woman on earth in the 100 meter dash (with a best ofl 0. 65 seconds) as well as the 200 (21.62) while posting the world's best long jump (23-113/4).

Only the late, great Florence Griffith-Joyner, whose world dash records are I 0.49 and 21.34, has ever run faster. Only Jackie JoynerKersee, who spanned 24-7, has ever long jumped further.

In 36 competitions through the 1998 season , Jones won 37 of them. Only a narrow long jump loss to Germany's Heike Dreschler in the IAAF Grand Prix longjump final halted her bid for a perfect season.

A seven -for -seven record in Golden League meets on the European Circuit produced a $333,333 reward, her share of the milliondollar jackpot shared with rurming greats Hicham El Guerrou of Morocco and Haile Gebreselassie of Ethiopia, who had similarity perfect Golden League seasons.

Given Jones ' s potential over the 400m distance, along with the depth of American talent at the 100m and 400m , its clear that the United States must rank as a top choice to win the 4x 100m relay and be a leading contender (with the likes of Germany, Russia , Jamaica, and Great Britain) in the 4x400m relay.

Justoneotherwoman , Holland'sFannieFlartkers-Koen, who took golds in the 100m, 200m, 80m hurdles and 4x100m relay in 1948, has ever won four gold medals at a single Olympic Games. Blankers-Koen also was an outstanding high and long jumper, and might actually have won six! But the fates ruled otherwise and

Jones ' s to win.

Born in Los Angles on October 12, 1975, Jones went on to immense acclaim at California's Thousand Oaks High School and was good enough to place fifth in the 100m at the Olympic Trials in 1992, while a high school junior. Jones became one of the few athletes ever to decline an Olympic team bid to run the sprint relay that summer and was already looking much further down the road.

She focused on basketball while at the University ofNorth Carolina , helping the Tar Heels take the NCAA title her freshman year , but intended to be back in track by '96.

Instead, a nagging injury-after she twice broke a bone in her left foot playing basketballwould preclude her run at Olympic glory in Atlanta

By 1997 , though, she was back in perfec t health - and atop the track and field universe with a pair of golds at the World Championships in Athens. As one good thing led to another, the 1998 season became even more glorious.

And so there was plenty to cheer about this golden night at The Waldorf-Astoria, where such U.S. track greats as Edwin Moses , Mary Slaney, Carl Lewis, Roger Kingdom , Mike Powell , Michael Johnson and Florence Griffith-Joyner had previously been honored.

Married to Olympic shot put candidate C. J. Hunter and coached by Trevor Graham , Jones has her entire support system in place.

"Every time I step on the track, I want to do better," she says. "There's no pressure, no timetable to set records."

Yet many predict that Flo-Jo ' s sprint marks - considered unassailable for over a decadewill now fall.

Even Al Joyner, widowerofFlo-Jo and a 1984 triple jump gold medalist himself, concedes that the records are endangered and points to the confidence factor as a major ingredient in the mix.

"Th e person who believes she will break the record will break the record ," Joyner said in New York

Now it's Marion Jones's time to turn seeing into believing and believing into gold.

Olympians for Olympians Relief Fund Being

Established

The recent tornado tragedy in Oklahoma reminds us all again of how fragile our perceived security can be. Such an event also reminds us of how caring and responsive Americans can be to the needs of those who were in harm's way.

At the annual meeting ofthe United States Olympians held during the General Session last October in Phoenix, Alumni President John Naber gave me an opportunity to chair a committee charged with the task of developing the Olympians for Olympians Relief Fund. Serving as committee members are John Naber, Dorothy Langkop , Willye White, Lucinda Adams, Bill Toomey, Bob Rock and Chuck Davey.

The idea of such a fund has been discussed for some time by various Olympic groups in the past but with the formation ofthe United States Olympians, the fund is about to become a reality. All documents are completed and filed and we are awaiting final approval from the IRS of our non-profit status.

The fund is designed to address short-term financia l assistance to Olympians in need. National disaster, illness, family tragedy and other mishap beyond the O lympi ans ' control could qualify for assistance. Over the years , we have all heard of Oly mpians who have had personal tragedy beyond their control. Groups of Olympian s have been of assistance in the past but this fund will allow all Olympians to have a part in the assistance With over 6,000 members in the U.S. Olympic Alumni Association and with an increase every two years, we will unfortunately have Olympians in need from time to time.

01 ympians share a bond like no other. When you made the team, you joined a fami ly All the members of the family have their individual story and, like a family, we have a common bond. It is those individual stories , as well as that bond , that the world watches and respects. Caring for our family members will not on ly assist brothers and sisters in need, it wi ll exhibit to that watching world that Olympians respond to the needs of the members of their Olympic family.

There is a great quotation credited to Socrates - "With Fame comes Honor and with Honor comes responsibility." In one degree or another, you have all received fame, you have received honor and by contributing to the Olympians for Olympians Relief Fund , we all exhibit to the world acceptance of responsibility.

The Olympians for Olympians ReliefFund will give the U.S. Olympic Alumni family two great opportunities:

1) Each Olympian will have a chance to contribute personally to a fund designed to assist Olympians during a time of need caused by actions beyond their control.

2) By contributing to the Olympians for Olymp ians Relief Fund, Olympians will exhibit to the world an acceptance ofresponsibility by caring for our Olympic family members.

A contribution of only $10 from each Olympian annually will stati a fund that we hope you will never need to call on. Unfortunately, some will need help and the Olympic family will be there to assist

Watch The Legacy for further information in the next issue. We will let you know when funds can be accepted. Please contact me or any of the above listed committee members should you have questions ofideas regarding the Olympians for Olympians Relief Fund.

Wishing you the best,

Earl Young, President

Olympians

for Olympians Relief Fund Athletics, 1960

OLYMPIAN ALUMNI CHAPTER NEWS

Did you know that the U.S. Olympians have regional chapters throughout the country? Look for updates on chapter happenings in future issues of The Legacy! If you would like to find out what is happening in your area, contact:

Northern California Olympians

President: Anne Warner Cribbs (swimming, 1960) (415) 856-3200

Southern California Olympians

President: Cathy Ferguson (swimming, 1964) (310) 643-6455, ext . 139

Georgia Olympians

President: Rocky Lane (boxing, 1956) (770) 963-5903

New England Area Olympians

President: Tina Noyes (figure skating, 1964, '68) (781) 646-0763

Midwest Olympians

President: Willye White (athletics, 1956, '60, '64, '68, '72) (773) 651-8267

Washington State Olympians

President: Caroline Holmes (gymnastics, 1968) (206) 246-2934

Southwest Olympians

President: Earl Young (athletics, 1960) (214) 754-7010

Oregon Olympians

President: Clem Eischen (athletics, 1948) (503) 492-2232

Florida Olympians

President: Bob Beamon (athletics, 1968) (305) 470-6262

Indiana Olympians

President: Ollan Cassell (athletics, 1964) (317) 466-0444

Utah Olympians

President: Dick Roth (swimming, 1964) (435) 645-8148

Colorado Olympians

President: Hank Kashiwa (skiing, 1972) (303) 420-3900

National Capital Area Olympians

President: Jair Lynch (gymnastics, 1992, '96) (202) 462-1092

No chapter in your area ? Interested in starting a chapter? Contact the Alumni Relations office for details, (8 00 ) 717-7555.

Lloyd 0. Appleton (wrestling, 1928, '32), who won a silver medal in freestyle wrestling in 1928, passed away March 17, 1999, at the age 93.

William T. Briell(icehockey, 1948)passed away August 14, 1998. William was husband to Edith, father of sons , Bill, Kenneth, and daughter, Julie . He played for Jamaica Hawks in Queens, New York, and he was the captain of the New York Metropolitans representing the United States in a goodwill hockey tour around Japan in 1952.

Leonard DeAugustino, Jr. (wrestling , 1952)diedNovember4, 1998attheageof 67 Leonard had a very successful career after the Olympics. He went on to become a high school wrestling coach who coached for 34 years at North Allegheny High School in Wexford, Pennsylvania, producing four state championship teams while ranking number one in the nation in 1988 and coaching 15 individual state champions. He was voted Pennsylvania's high school coach of the year twice and voted WPIAL Coach of the Year four times. Leonard then moved to coaching at the collegiate level for Duquesne University where he rekindled a pro gram that had been out of operation for 18 years The team won NCAA East Regional team titles in 1994 and 1996. Reluctantly , Leonard stepped down after his 1996-1997 season due to illness. Leonard is said to believe that the most rewarding things in his life have been friendships and the good times that developed over the years

Joseph Nicholas De Pietro (weightlifting , 1948) , a 4-foot-10-inch-123-pound gold medalist in the bantamweight category , died March 19 , 1999 , at the age of 84. Joseph, who was active in various sports in high school , began his weightlifting career in his early twenties by building his body with homemade weights then moving on to standard barbells He was inspired after watching Firpo Lemma , a weightlifterat the 1936 Olympics who was the same height as Mr. De Pietro. At age 26, Joseph won the Junior National Cham-

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pionship followed by nine consecutive U.S. senior titles , two North American titles, and the 1947 World Champions h i p Weightlifting title for 123p o u n d weight class. His greatest achievement came at the 1948 Olympics where

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Joseph cap{rig ht) tured the gold medal for the 123-pound weight class by lifting 677 ½ potmds. This lift set a new world record and an Olympic record that stood for 16 years. Joseph has been voted into many weightlifting hall offame 's such as the New Jersey Hall ofFame, the World of Fame in Russia , the National Hall of Fame, Patterson Hall of Fame , and the Italian American Hall ofF ame .

Meredith Gourdine(athletics , 1952), also known as "Flash , " passed away on November20 , 1998 , in Houston , Texas. This Olympic silver medalist started his sports career at Cornell University were he helped Cornell fmMeredith Gourdine ish second to Southern California in the National Collegiate Athletic Association championships. Southern Cal. had 36 athletes and Cornell had five. "Flash" won four titles in the championships of the Intercollegiate Associations of Amateur Athletes of America and five titles in the Heptagonal Games. In the classroom

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Meredith studied hard to earn an engineering degree . After finishing his undergraduate degree he became an officer in the U.S. Navy and then went back to college to get his doctorate in engineering at the California Institute of Technology. Meredith worked in the public industry for a while and then decided to open a research and development firm, Gourdine Systems in Livingston, New Jersey. In 1973 , he founded Energy Innovations in Houston to produce direct-energy conversion devices.

Mark Harrington (rowing , 1968) , an MSNBC television executive, passed away on June 25, 1998. Markbeganpursuing a career in journalism early on by getting his undergraduate degree at Harvard and his master's degree in journalism at Columbia University. He jmnped right in at CBS and became the "News Whiz Kid" of the early 1970s producing live news for Walter Cronkite and Dan Rather. Atage27 , hewonanEmmyAward for "The Waterg ate Transcripts," which was a special program he produced in 1974 on the incriminating tapes from President Nixon ' s Oval office. He then became the producer of the CBS Evening News, the London Bureau chief, and the vice president in charge of overseeing the network's coverage of the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville , France , and the 1994 Winter Olympics inLillehammer,Norway In 1996 , as vice president and general manager , Mark helped start the second around-theclock news service, MSNBC One of his last honors was at the 1968 Olympic / Harvard varsity Rowing Team Reunion in New London, where they dedicated a new shell in his name.

JosephEdwardus Jessop (yachting , 1932) died March 24 , 1996.

Joseph Kaylor (team handball, 193 6) died Febmary20 , 1999.

Michael Kraus (field hockey , 1984) died October! 7, 1998 at the age of40 Michael was a member of the Frankfurt 1886 Club in Germany. Michael was loved by his teammates in Frankfurt and by his family.

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A ulis Manninen (athletics, 1948) , Olympic marathon runner, passed away January 7, 1999 Aulisfinishedin24 th placein London.

Alan Jacob Alborn (skiing, 1998) recently placed 211 3rd and 4 th in a set of events at the 1999WorldCupSkiJumpingChampionships and other ski jumping competitions

Terry Anderson (shooting, 1980, '96)was recently elected to the Dallas All Sports Association executive committee. Terry won two National titles including Olympic Rapid Fire Pistol and ISU Standard Pistol competitions He then placed 5th at the Shooting World Cup in Atlanta

Mike Aljoe (bobsled, 1998) is currently the North Texas and Oklahoma account manager for Guidant, a world leader in cardiology devices such as pacemakers, defibulators, stents and angiop lasty balloons

David C. Auble (wrestling, 1964) was recently named head wrestling coach for Campbell UniversityinBuies Creek, North Carolina.

Rink A. Babka (athletics , 1960), a long time rancher and all-time great discus thrower, is also a widely recognized entrepreneur. Rink devoted the first ten years of his life after college to the electronic component, computer hardware and systems support business. During the following decade , he fo1medhis own holding company to pursue acquisition/management opportunities . He did this by buying a variety of existing companies and forming others. This led Rink to consulting activities with individuals, closely held corporations and family businesses. He provided general management and financial advice to businesses. Rink has been active in numerous appointed and special interest groups such as the past president ofY oung Presidents Organization , World Business Counc il , National Athletic Council of America , Presidential Commission on Olympic Spo1is andDirectorofCalifor-

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FrankS.Righeimer(fencing, 1932 , '36), who won two bronze medals at the Games in 1932 , diedJuly5, 1998.

nia Parks and Recreation He has narrated and co-produced the weekly Babka Sport Show shown in Stockton, California, along with writing and producing the Babka Sports Column in the Stockton Record. He is presently involved with Alumni Affairs for Menlo College, the University of Southern California, Water of Wildlife Foundation and American Association of Individual Investors.

George H. Baird (athletics, 1928) is now recognized as the oldest living American medalist in track and field after Fred Alderman passed away last year. George and his teammates , Alderman, Raymond Barbuti , and Emerson "Bud" Spencer, captured the gold medal in the 4 x 400 meter relay at the 1928 Olympic Garnes.

Greg Allen Baker (taekwondo, 1988) recently became the owner and head instructor of the Newark Taekwondo center in Newark, Ohio, and he was nominated as state coach for Ohio.

Herb Barten (athletics, 1948) attended three days of events at the 1996 Games in Atlanta where he reunited with Oly mpic Champion, Mal Whitfield. The two raced in the 800 meters in the 1948 Olympic Games with Herb finishing fowih and Mal capturing the gold. Herb is retired and li vi ng in the mountains of South Carolina.

Jim Beatty (athletics, 1960) is working in partnership with a management recruiting firm Jim recently interviewed Elizabeth Dole on his television show "Charlotte Talks with Jim Beatty" about her potential candidacy for the presidency.

Liz Bradley (rowing, 1988) has been granted tenure and promoted to associate professor in the Computer Science department at the University of Colorado. PerryJ. VanDerBeck(soccer , 1980)has been promoted to assistant coach for the

Eleanor Garatti Saville (swimming, 1928, '3 2)diedSeptember8, 1998.

Eddie Testa (cycling, 1932) died December 9, 1998. Tampa Bay Mutiny, a Major League Soccer team.

Kris J. Benson (baseball, 1996) is currently playing on the Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club ' s AAA team

Bruce E. Bickford (athletics, 1988) is the head cross country/track and field coach for Brandeis University. Bruce has coached six NCAA Division III champions in the last 4 years which is more than any other New England coach.

JohnM. (Boots)Blatt(skiing, 1948)competed in several Norwegian races following the 1948 Olympic Games. John has been a PSIA/FWSIA instructor, coach for 15 years and Director of Palm Springs Aerial Tramway for 32 years. He continues to ski in Sun Valley, Idaho , and Snowbird , Utah. Johns says , "I feel young at 75!"

Lanee Butler (yachting , 1992, '96) qualified for his third Pan-American Games competition in Winnipeg , Canada. Lance is ranked in the top ten in the nation , and he is a member of the US Sailing team for the 11th consecutive year.

Gregory William Caccia (team handball , 1996) is celebrating the success of his private business , Swingers, w here he teaches tennis to eager Atlanta residents. Gregory turned 32 on January 17 , 1999

Jennifer Kay Chandler (diving, 1976), a gold medalist in 3 meter springboard, is currently working for HEALTHSOUTH Sports Medicine Council. Jennifer's main focus is on the "Go For It!" Roadshow program where she travels to cities visiting third through eighth graders. In the 1999 spring tour she visited Arkansas, Te xas, Nevada, Idaho , Nebraska , North Dakota, Utah, Oregon and Montana.

Christopher J. Coletta (cycling , 1992) earned a bachelor 's degree in chemistry

from the University ofillinois in Urbana in January of 1999. Christopher is currently working for Pfizer as a medicinal organic chemist in Groton, Connecticut.

Derrick Crass (weightlifting, 1984 , '88) recently obtained a master's degree in physical therapy from Washington University in St. Louis , Missouri In January , Derrick openedMECCAH, the Metro East Center for Conditioning and Health in Belleville, Illinois. MECCAH is an outpatient physical therapy clinic and training and conditioning center for all levels of athletic abilities.

The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame announced their inaugural class of inductees during the State Farm Women's T ip- OffClassicatPurdue'sMackeyArena on November 15 , 1998. The Olympians inducted include: Denise Curry (basketball, 1980, '84),A nn eDonovan (basketball, 1980, '84, '88),LusiaHarris Stewart (basketball, 1976) , Nancy LiebermanCline (basketball , 19 76), Anne MeyersDrysdale(basketball, 1976) , Chery/Miller (basketball , 1984) , Uljana Semjonova, a two-time Olympic gold medalists for the Soviet National Team , Billie Moore , who holds the distinction of being the first USA Women's Basketball head coach at the Olympic Games in 1976 ,andPatHead Summitt , (basketball, 1976), who coached the USA Women's Basketball Team to theirfirstgoldmedalatthe 1984Olympic Games The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is being built in Knoxville , Tennessee, and the grand opening will be in the spring of 1999.

Timothy Lee Dement (boxing, 1972) was a guest at the Sports Museum of Champions in Shreveport, Louisiana. The museum features national and international sports figmes from the area.

Donna de Varona(swimming, 1960 , '64) an Olympic gold medalist, Title IX activist, co -founder of the Women 's Sports F oundation and television sportscaster was presented with the Pioneer A ward from the New England Women's Fund on September 23, 1998. This is an organ ization dedicated to increasing athletic opportunities for women and girls in the region.

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GaryJ. Dilley(swimming, 1964) , a silver medalist in the 200 meter backstroke, runs an mthodontic practice in Cary, North Carolina. Gary is a lso an adjunct professor in the Orthodontics department at the University ofNorth Carolina.

Darcie Jean Dolrnal (speedskating, 1992) began medic a l school at Memorial University in New Foundland, Canada, in August of 1998 and will graduate in June 2002.

Scott R. Donie (diving, 1992, '96) was studying acting at The New Actor's Workshop in Manhattan , New York. He worked with incredible actors and teachers like George Morrison , Mike Nicho ls and Paul Sills. Scott graduated in May of 1999, and he plans to begin an acting career. Scott says, "I've never had so much fun!"

Martin D. Edmondson (1976, '80), who coached shooting at the 1984, '88 , and '92 Olympics, returned to USA Shooting after an off period of three and half years to pursue a role as ManagerofYouth Development in January 1999.

Stephanie WynnE lkin s(swimming , 1980) graduated from Stanford University. Stephanie began working as a partner in a commercial real estate firm and has been in the same field for 13 years.

Steve Erickson (yachting, 1984), a gold medalist, was the winner of the 1997/ 98 Whitbread Round The World Yacht Race. Steve is presently coaching PRADA, the Italian America's Cup team.

Joe Faust(athletics, 1960) , a high jumper who recentlypublished30 issues of afreeto-all Internet e-zine on high jumping, uses articles from high jump scientists, coaches, high jumpers , parents of high jumpers and fans. The web page also includes biographies of high jump Olympians. Check it out at: http :// www.HighJumping.com/

Louis Anderson Gage (boxing , 1952) , a professional boxer from 1954 to 1965,has been a real estate broker and property owner since 1964. He has been married to his wife, Mae, for 46 years, and he "Loves Life."

Tom Gompf(diving , 1964) retired from Delta Airlines as International Captain in March ofl 999. Tom is proud to announce that he has been e lected president ofU.S. Aquatic Sports and chairman of the FINA Technical Diving Committee.

David A. Grant (rowing, 1984) was recently named president of the Newport Harbor Nautical Museum. David just finished his two-year presidency atthe Newport Aquatics Center.

Alan Grieco (cycling, 1964) has retired after 27 years of service as Chief ofDetectives for the Bergen County (New Jersey) Prosecutor's Office. Alan now has his own full service investigative firm, A lan Grieco-Investigative Consu lt ant. His dau ghter , Jessica , competed in the 1991 Pan American Games, winning a bronze , and is now doing cycling commentary for television .

Richard L. Gruenther (modem pentathlon , 1948) is retired and is active in his community in Florida. He is president of his condo assoc iation

Martin Ola/Hagen (biathlon, 1976 , '8 0, '8 4) is working on a bronze sculpture of a bi ath lete that hopefully will be placed at the biathlon venue in Salt Lake City for the 2002WinterGames.

Thomas J. Hardiman (team handball , 1972) became an Ordained Minister in Aprilof1998

JosephPaulHarper(canoe !kayak, 1996) graduated at the top of his class from San Die go Police Academy on Febrnary 12, 1999. Joseph is currently doing volunteer coaching for the national team members and youth teams

George L. Harris (judo, 1964) has been promoted to the ninth degree (kupan) black belt, which makes him the highest ranked judo Olympian in America.

Summer Sanders Henderson (swimming, 1992) served as the co-host for the NBA ' s Inside Stuff on NBC. Summer has also ho sted Nickelodeon' sFigure it Out. Summer is the sports chair for a children's event with the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation, and she is the USOC 's UNICEF' s special representative for sport .

Patricia Anne Homan (diving, 1948), a silver medalist in the platform and bronze medalist in the 3m springboard helps every year to organize events such as the "Celebrity Luncheon" in San Francisco to raise money for school sports and a lso supports a dinner that raises money for the American Lung Association.

Barbara Jensen Jackson (swimming, 1948) returned to competitive swimming after 19 years. Barbara is swimming at the master 's level and was in the top five in 1997 and 1998. She was an All-American from 1972- '78, and she was numberone in the 50m, 100m, 200m backstroke from 19651969.

Zeke Jones (wrestling, 1992 ), a silver medalist , was selected as the head coach for the U S. World Cup team in N ovemberof 1998. Zeke is also the assistant coach for the 1999 NCAA All Star wrestling team that traveled to Europe and the head coach for the 2000 NCAA All Starteam that will also travel to Europe. The 1999 All Star team defeated the defending World Champions , Iran , in the final 19 - 13

Katie A. Kaufftnan (field hockey , 1996) was recently named to the 1999 National Fie ld Hockey team. Katie is currently training for the Pan American Games this summer in Winnipeg, Canada.

Charles W. Kellogg (skiing, 1968) won a go ld medal in the 15 km cross -country ski run for his age group at the Masters World Cup in Lake Placid.

Charles Bryan Flynn King (speedskating , 1992) received his license to sell real estate and joined Ramsey Shilling Realtors in Toluca Lake, California.

John Kinsella (swimming, 1968 , '72), a man who swam almost 32 miles across Lake Ontario in the middle of a thunderstorm was honored for his swimming accomplishments in the November issue of the Registered Representative, a journal for investment executives. John has been in the investment business since 1980 with Dain Rauscher. His athletic achievements include four world records, eight American records and 26 professional titles. In 1968 ,a tage 16 , theyoungestman

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on the entire U.S . Olympic team squad, he captured a silver in the 1, 500-meter freestyle, and he captured the gold as a m emberofthe world record breaking 800m relay team.

Jeffrey Gerard Klepacki (rowing, 1992, '96) is rowing again after taking 1997 offto pursue a career with Nicholas Applegate Capital Management which is now a part of the Olympic Job Opportunity Program. Jeffrey won his second World Championship in the men 's rowing eight. It was also the first successful World Championship repeat in the history of U.S. Rowing.

Michelle Kwan (ice skating, 1998) , Jackie Joyner-Kersee(1984, '88, '92, '96), Mia Hamm (soccer, 1996), Jenny Thompson (swimming, 1992, '96),PicaboStreet(skiing, 1994, '98),sixmembersofthe 1996U.S. Ice Hockey Team: Chris Bailey, Laurie Baker, Shelley Looney , Sarah Tueting , A.J. Mleczko , and Captain Cammi Granato are feahrred in the 1999 March and April issue of Women's Sports and Fitness .

JanetEly-Lagourgue(diving , 1972, '76) came home to be inducted into the Albuquerque Spo1ts Hall o fF ame on February 16 , 1999. Janet is the fourth woman to be inducted into the Hall since its inception in 1973 Atthe 1972Olympics she became the first woman to perform a backward-2 ½ somersault in the pike position off the 10meter platform. Currently living in Mission Viejo, California, Janet enjoyed coming home to Albuquerque and says, "It's really home where you develop roots."

Alice Lord Landon (diving, 1920), who married fellow Olympian, Richard W. Landon (athletics, 1920) , has helped Bob Clotworthy (diving, 1952, ' 56) with the '20s decade of his history of diving book, has helped Tina Noyes (figure skating, 1964 , ' 68)findmaterialonU.S.Olympians and has helped athletes that have not made it to the Olympics but have benefited from hying. Richard and Alice met on the troop ship, Princess Matoika, on the way to the 1920 Olympic Games.

Tara Lipinski (figure skating, 1998) , a new figure skating star, has been very successful in the last year after becoming

the youngest U.S. champion in hi s tory and wi1ming the gold medal at the 1998 Olympics. Tara has become only the se cond female ever to be selected by the Boys and Girls Clubs as a national spokesperson, and she has been selected as the 1997U.S Olympic CommitteeFemaleAthlete of the Year. She also has partnered with Capezio to lead the marketing skating apparel in the industry, and she was chosen by Mattel to endorse their new spo rts doll product line.

FrankJ. Lubin (basketball, 1936) coached and played in Lithuania from 1936 to 1939 and won the European Championship in 1937 an d 1939 Frank also playe d in the U.S.AmateurTournamentandwasputon theAll -American team for l0years. Frank and his teammates won the firstgoldmedal in history in basketball at the 1936 Olympic Games. He continues to speak at various high schools and other organizations

Charles (Chuck) Clinton Lyda (canoe/ kayak, 1976 , '8 0) competed in the World Masters Games in Oregon in August of 1998 , winning five gold medals and three silver medals. He also served on the coaching staff for the 1998 Olympic biathlon team. Currently, Chuck is wo rking with the U.S. Army's World Class Athlete Program as a biathlon coach.

Max Marolt (skiing, 1960) contributed a donation to the Olympic Alumni Association that goes to the Olympic movement helping our Olympic hopefuls be the best they can be. Thanks Max, for helping our athletes achieve their dreams.

Jay Warren Martin (skiing, 1964 , '68), after years of lobbying, convinced the state ofMinnesota to build aK- 70 ski jump that will be completed in June of 1999.

RobertMartin (rowing, 1948) is celebratin g the 50 th anniversary of the rowing four with coxswain 1948 0 lympic gold medal victory at Camano Island , Wa s hington

Lea Loveless Maurer (swimming, 1992) won the 100mbackstroke at the 1998 World Championship, setting an American record. Currently, Lea is an English teacher at Lake Forest High School in Illinois

Gene Mills (wrestling, 1980) is teaching Spanish at the middle school level and is coaching wrestling at the high school level. He is enjoying spending tirne with his family.

Phoebe L. Mills (gymnastics , 1988) has been coaching the snowboard tearn for three years at Okerno Mountain in Vermont. Phoebe's latest accomp li shment was seeing one of her riders, Adam Petraska finish 5th at the ISF World Championships. In April, she also coached the Junior National team for the second year at the Junior World Championships in Telluride.

Madeline Manning Mims (athletics, 1968 , ' 72 , '76 , '80) was honored by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes as recipients of the second annual President and Mrs. George Bush Community Impact Award. This national FCA award is represented to one male and one female citizen whose "efforts exemplify community service , Christian leadership, and athletic achievement - an initiative that recognizes positive athletic role models for youth." Madeline gives motivational talks to youth groups. She is also an accomplished Christian recording violinist and has a sports ministry chaplaincy program at the Olympics.

Charles H. Moore (athletics, 1952) is stepping down as Director of Athletics at Cornell University and will relocate from Ithaca , New York, to Washington , D.C. Moore captured the gold medal in the 400rnhurdles in Helsinki.

MarciaH. Morey (swimming , 1976) was the assistant district attorney in Durham, North Carolina, when she was hired by Governor James B. Hunt, Jr. to the position ofExecutive Director ofthe Governor's Commission on Juvenile Crime and Justice . In Febrnaiy of 1999 she was appointed District Court Jud ge by the governor for a term of four years.

Marie JonikMyers (rowing, 1976) is the supervisoroftoddler group atthe Owl Hill Leaming Center in Pennsylv ania.

John McArdle (athletics, 1980) has been elected and sworn in as Mayor of Independence , Oregon.

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Sandy Neilson (swimming, 1972) published her husband's eighth sports psychology book entitled, Th e Swim to Win Playbook. Sandy has been publishing his books through her company, Keel Productions, for 12 years .

Barbara J.S. Nejman (diving, 1976) has returned to competition through the masters, and she is retiring as the Arizona Diving Association's president. Barbara and her husband, Thomas, have recently celebratedtheir25'h weddinganniversary.

David Arthur Norby (skiing, 1968) serves as a board member for the Black Hawk Ski Club in Madison , Wisconsin. David is still quite active in the sport of ski jumping.

Michael O'Hara (volleyball, 1964) contributed to the new "Rally" scoring rnle in the sport of walleyball which is similar to volleyball except the playerreceives serves and spikes off the wall.

ThomasS. O'Hare(speedskating, 1998) received 2nd place in thernen's 500m atthe 1999 World University Garnes in Slovakia. Thomas placed 1st at the 1998 and 1999 American Cup II and III competitions.

Robert Olesen (bobsled, 1998) has recently taken an assistant track coach position at the University ofNorth Carolina in Charlotte.

Dan E. Patterson (volleyball, 1968) is currently the CEO/President of Paradise B akery and Cafe. Dan founded the bakery and cafe in 197 6 and is now operating 40 stores in eight states.

SiblingsNathanielJ. Page( athletics, 1980) and Pamela J. Page (athletics, 1984) are both coaching at two different schools in Atlanta, Georgia. Nathaniel, a former world class high jumper and intermediate hurdler earned a spot at the 1980 Olympics that was boycotted by the U.S. Cunently, he is an assistant coach at Georgia Tech where he has coached several Division I All -American athletes. Pamela, a finalist in the women ' s 100m hurdles at the 1984 Olympic Games recently became the head track and field coach at Clark Atlanta University after grooming Division II AllAmericans for years at the university

JayciePhelps (gymnastics, 1996) is coaching an elite group of nine- and ten-yearo ld gymnasts at Desert Devils in Arizona . Jaycie is looking forward to beginning classes at Arizona State University in the fallofl999.

Frederick Pollard, Jr. (athletics, 1936) recently participated in The Breakfast of Champions in Bethesda, Maiyland, sponsored by Brighton Gardens of Tuckerman Lane. Th is continental breakfast fit for champions raises money for the Green Tree Horne less Shelter for Children Fred continues to participate in numerous charities.

Christopher C. Puckett (skiing, 1992) graduated with a degree in government from Dartmouth College last June. Chris is currently caring for an injury and is hoping to begin training for the 2002 0 lympics soon.

Meriel Joyce Horton Racker (yachting, 1952) spends the sp1ing and fall months traveling with her husband. Recently, Meriel traveled to the East Cape in California , to Alaska, and to Churchill , Manitoba, in Canada, where they visited the polar bears.

Steven Earl Riddick (athletics, 1976) is the track and field coach for Norfolk State University and is coaching an Olympian , Tim Montgomery (athletics, 1996).

Theresa D. Menard Riedl (luge , 1984) and family have been moved by the U.S. Air Force to Lakenheath Air Force Base in the United Kingdom in March of 1999. Theresa has completed 10 years of work with the Girl Scouts of America.

Molly Botkin Rossiter (swimming, 1960) retired after 21 years with AAA in Northern California where she worked in sales. Molly is enjoying her tirne offbefore she starts a new endeavor.

William B. Roy (shooting , 1996) is working for United Airlines and is serving as a pilot on a 727 Bill won the National Championships in 1998, and he is hoping to compete in Sydney

BarbaraSchaaf(tearnhandball, 1992) is the head coach for women's basketball at Trinity Chlistian College in Palos Heights,

Illinoi s Barbara received the Chicago and Collegiate Athletic Conference Coach of the Year award for 1997-1998.

LeAnn Marie Shannon (wheelchair athlete , 1996) recently won two gold medals and one silver at the TPC World Games in Birmingham, England and set a world record in the 400m

After 33 years of coaching the men ' s gymnastics team at UCLA, Arthur Shurlock (gymnastics, 1964), taught the six to 14 age bracket for one year at the Gymnastics Club of Los Angeles

Randy Smyth (yachting , 1984, '92) will appear in a movie , The Thomas Crown Affair starring Pierce Brosnan. Randy is onhisFormula40catamaranwhenPierce ' s stunt double is catapulted 30 feet in the air through the main sail during a capsize.

Nikos M. Spanakos (boxing , 1960) was asked by the United States Olympic Committee to participate in " Fantasy Flight" at LaGuardia Airport on Saturday, December 5, 1998. After the Olympic Games in 1960 , Nikos was the only prizefighter invited to Greece to fight the champion of Greece

Michael Stevenson (roller hockey , 1992) and his teammates are being recogni z ed by the USOC as the Athletic Team of the Year. Michael is currently playing inline hockey on ESPN 2 and is playing major league hockey in Tampa Bay, Florida

Dwight Stones (athletics , 1972, ' 76 , ' 84) was inducted into the U.S. Track and Field Hall ofFame in December 1998 .

Todd Alan Sweeris (table tennis , 1996) took the CPA exam and passed in N ovember ofl 998.

Michael F. Teti (rowing, 1984, ' 88, '92) coached the men's eight rowing team to a second consecutive gold medal at the World Rowing Championships in Cologne , Germany , in September. It was the first time a U.S crew team defended a world title successfully.

Robert Tetzlaff(cycling, 1960) retired after 37 years of teaching in Los Gatos, California .

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Nick Thometz (speedskating , 1984, '88, ' 92) has been selected as the U .S. Speedskating Manager and Director of Oquirrh Park Speedskating Oval for the Salt Lake Organizing Committee. Nick previously worked as a Program Director for U.S. Speedskating

Dick Tillman (yachting, 19 76) was elected president of the National Windsurfing Organization in January of 1999. Dick participated in the world masters competition placing third in windsurfing and second in sailing

GuyK Troy(modempentathlon, 1952)is on the Board of Directors for the North Carolina Bid Committee for the 2007 Pan American Games.

Calla V. Urbanski (figure skating , 1992) received a bronze medal at the World Professional Championships in Jacca, Spain in April of 1998 Recently, Calla perfmmed with the Elvis Stojko Tour, appeared on the television special, A Christmas Angel, and performed at Chinese New Year celebration in China. She became a national coach in figure skating in 1998.

KentD. Vosler,D . 0. (diving, 1976)has recently begun a new job as medical director with Florence lnjmy and Wellness Center in Florence, South Carolina.

Sam Walker(weightlifting, 1976)isopening a barbeque restaurant in Dallas. Sam will hang local Olympians' autographed action photographs on the walls 0 lympians interested in having their pictures hung in the restaurant can contact Sam through the Alumni Office.

Afterretiring in April and a two month trek in Australia , Randy A. Weber (skiing, 1994, '98) is working for the Association Insurance Group in Denver doing sales and marketing. The company works exclusively in the health and fitness industry .

Willye White(athletics , 1956 , ' 60, ' 64 , '68 , ' 72) organized the seventh annual "Willye White Winners ' Dinner" celebrating the National Girls and Women in Sports Day onFebruary 10 , 1999 . The special guests for the event were tennis champ , Billie Jean King, and Cook County State Attor-

ney Richard Devine Willye also spoke at the 113 t h commencement at Springfield College on May 16 , 1999.

Malvin (Mal) Whitfield (athletics, 1948, '52) , an African affairs consultant has promoted a variety of events in the last year such as the inner city boxing program and competition in Indianapolis , Indiana Mal has recently written a book entitled Going Beyond the Finish Line , a true-life experience working inside Africa for 4 7 years. It will be published this year.

Doreen Wilber (archery, 1972) a gold medalist and her husband , Paul, are teaching their tenth year of Junior Olympic Archery Programs.

The Colorado Spotts Hall of Fan1e honored six Paralympians and one Olympian on February 18 , 1999 as Amateur Athletes of the Year. The six Paralympians are Sarah Will(l992, '94, '98), Greg Mannino (skiing, 1992 , ' 94 , ' 98) , MaryRiddell(skiing, 1998) , MikeCrenshaw(skiing, 1994, ' 98) , Jason Lalla (skiing 1998) and John Davis(skiing , 1994 , ' 98) The Olympian is Shannon Dunn (snowboarding, 1998).

Sarah Docter Williams (speedskating , 1980) is cwTently working pmt-time as a home health care physical therapist. Sarah is the soci a l director for the GulfWinds Track Club in Tallahassee , Florida.

Jon Wolters (canoe, 1960) recently became the national rifle temn assistant coach.

Kenneth James Yackel(icehockey , 1952) , a silver medalist and Stanley Cup participant for Boston, was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 19 86. In 1993, Kenneth had the honor of having a rink in St. Paul, Minnesota named after him, the " Ken Yackel" West Side Arena .

C.J. Young(icehockey , 1992)attainedhis MBA at the J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University. CJ. iscurrentlyworkingforSchroder Wertheim , a U K. investment-banking fnm in Boston.

LannyBassham(shooting, 1972, ' 76)was the 12 th person in 104 years to be inducted into the USA Shooting Hall ofFame. Lanny wonasilvermedalin the 1972 Games, and at the 1976 Games he aimed and shot for the gold.

Donald GeorgeBragg(athletics, 1960) , a gold medalist in pole vault, will be inducted into the New Jersey Sports Hall of Fame at the Meadowlands this May. Donald has recently completed a selection of memoirs and is looking to publish them. He also announces the birth of his eleventh grandchi ld, Remy Theresa Bragg .

Diane Dixon (athletics, 1984, ' 88) , who won a gold medal in l 984andasilvermedal in 1988 in the 4x400m relay , has had a successful year. Diane has recently joined, Frederic R Hanis , Inc. in New York City, as a corporate marketing specialist. She is amemberofthe 1999 MillroseHall ofFame inaugural class that was inducted this year. Diane is also an American and world indoor record holder at 400m , the first American woman in history to reign as world indoor champion at 400m in 1991 and is an all-time leader for both lifetime and consecutive national indoor titles among men and women (11).

Larry C. Dolan (luge, 1998) made the Dean's List for the 1998 fall semester at Brooklyn College in New York.

John Kennedy Howard (cycling , 1968 , ' 72 , '76) was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall ofFame on January 24, 1999. In September of 1998 John won a bronze medal atthe WorldMountainBike Championships in Quebec , Canada .

Ray Lumpp (basketball , 1948) was inducted into the New York City Basketball HallofFameonSeptember24, 1998 He and his teammates won the gold at the 1948 Olympic Games in London.

Kimberly Lynn Macklin (swimming, 1984) received the 1998 University of Texas Frank Erwin Award for her achievements and contributions made to Texas swimming. Kimberly and husband , Ben, had

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their child, Joseph Richard Macklin, on July 25, 1998.

Judy H. Morstein-Martz (speedskating, 1964) is currently the first female Lieutenant Governor of Montana and has been since November of 1996. Judy's immediate prioriti es focus on Montana's economic growth, small business retention and development and Montana's youth. Her com-

Judy H Morstein-Martz mitment shows through with her community involvement by doing self-esteem programs for youth, serving as a member of the Crime Victims Adviso1y and serving on the board of Directors of St. James Community Hospital. Judy was a member of the 1963 U.S. World Speedskating Team and the 1964 U.S. Olympic Team. Shewas a catalyst in building the U.S. High Altitude Speedskating Center in Butte, Montana and has served as the President's Advisory Board for the United States International Speedskating Association.

DebbieMeyer(swimming , 1968) a triplegoldmedalistin the200m, 400m , and 800m freestyle will be inducted into the New Jersey Sports Hall of Fame on May 13 , 1999 at the Meadowlands.

Kent Mitchell (rowing, 1960, '64) was awarded the 1998JackKelly Award. This award is one of U.S . Rowing's highest honors. He was a member of the Stanford rowing team , and he has competed in two Olympic Games. In 1960 , he earned a bronze in the pair with coxswain. At the Olympic Games in 1964, Kent and his teammates captured the gold in the same event. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame of Rowing in 1965. Today Kent remains active in many masters events throughout the country.

Gary F. Morgan (ath letics , 1988), who competed in the20kwalkraceatthe 1988 Games , was selected as the 1998 Athlete ofthe Year by the New Y orkAthletic Club onApril21, 1998.

Joyce Eileen Tanac Schroeder (gymnastics, 1968) was inducted into the University ofWashington'sHall ofFame in April ofl998.

Matt Scoggin (diving, 1992), a platform diver , was inducted into the University of Texas Longhorns Hall ofFame inNovember 1998.

Wyomia Tyus (athletics, 1964, '68), who in 1968 became the first woman to win the 100m dash back to back and also took the silver and a gold in the 400m relay, was honored with the dedication of The WyomiaTyusOlympicParkMay8 , 1999 , in Griffin, Georgia .

Arnold H. Uhrlass (speedskating , 1960) (cycling, 1964) was inducted into the Cycling Hall of Fame in Somerville , New JerseyonMay25, 1997.

Paula Weishoff(volleyball, 1984, '92, ' 96) was inducted into the Volleyball Hall of Fame on October 19, 1999. Paula and her teammates won the silver in the 1984 0 lympic Games and the bronze in 1992 .

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Leah Marie O'Brien-Amico (softball, 1996) and Tommy Amico were married on January 3, 1999. Leahwasamemberofthe U.S. Softball team that captured the gold at the 1996 0 lympic Games in Atlanta and again at the 1998 World Championships in Japan .

Kurt Steven Angle (wrestling , 1996) and KarenweremarriedonDecember 19, 1998 during the Christmas season. Kurt wrestled for a medal in the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta and came out with the gold.

Lance T. Bade, Jr. (shooting , 1996) , a bronze medalist in trap , and Lisa Schmutzer were married on August 8, 1998.

John William Bauer (skiing , 1992, '98) and Jayme Schrickerwere married on September 5, 1998. Johnrecentlyqualifiedfor his fifth World Ski Championship team in Ramsey, Austria in 1999.

Todd Roger Boonstra (skiing , 1984, '88, '94) and Kelli Jo Linderman were married last summ er on June 13, 1998. Todd and his wife, Kelli, are both dedicated , first year elementary school teachers in Tununak, Alaska.

Grace Jividen-Chapman (judo , 1992) and Charles Chapman were married this past winter on January 11 , 1999, and they have recently finished building a new home .

TomR.Dooley(athletics, 1968, '72),a 20 kmwalker,andEllynweremarriedinJune of 1998. Tom has devoted his time to raising money for leukemia research. He has coached over 1,000 walkers in the past two years raising up to 8 million dollars. He is currently the national walking coach for The Leukemia Society of America.

Kris Feddersen (skiing, 1988 , '92, '94), a freestyle aeria l skier, and Lee Anne WamplerweremarriedSeptember26, 1998.

Jesse H. Goldstein (judo , 1980) and Maureen Rovneyko were married on August 3 , 1997.

Janelle Louise Graham (Parks) (cycling,

1984) and Stephen Robert were married February 6, 1999 . Janellehasalsoreceived her Master 's of Public Health at Curtin University in Western Australia. Her cun-ent focus of study is on the environmental health of Aboriginal culture.

Barton W.B. Jahncke (yachting, 1968), a gold medalist, and Marcia Huggins were marriedonSeptemberl9 , 1998 Bartonis cun-ently involved in the development of International maritime transportation consulting firm, The McCormick Jahncke Group.

Hans Jorgens Jensen (rowing , 1948) and Lise V. werewedonNovember28, 1998. Happily retired Hans and Lise live in Palm Desert during the winter months and in Carmel and the Sierra during the summer months

DaniefPloug Jorgensen (swimming, 1988 , ' 92) and Barbara L. Franklin were married ona summer's day July 18, 1998.

Bill Kund (cycling, 1964) of High Point, N 01th Carolina, and Carolyn were married January 19, 1999

Kelly Lynn Blair LaBounty (athletics, 1996), a heptathlon athlete, and Matt LaBounty were married January 31, 1998.

Pete Lash (team handball, 1984, '88) and Kelli Lester were married this past winter on January 16, 1999.

John Lilley (ice hockey 1994) and Tricia UmileweremarriedJulyl8, 1998.

John C. Lovell, III (yachting, 1996) and Katherine N. Pilley were married two summers ago on July 26, 1997 .

Dan Middleman (athletics, 1996) will marry AdinaAmbaronOctober 10 , 1999 Dan has written a novel Pain published bytheTrackandFieldNewsPressin 1998.

ShannonMiller(gymnastics , 1992, '96), a five-time medalist in 1992 and two-time gold medalist in 1996, married Chris Phillips on June 12, 1999. Shannon's bridesmaids included the 1996 women's gymnastics

team and Kim Zemeskal (gymnastics, 1992) , memberofthe 1992Women'sGymnastics Team.

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Billy Mills (athletics, 1964) , a gold medalist and the only American to date to win the 10 ,000 meter Olympic title , ce lebrated the wedding ofhis daughter Billie JoAnne Mills and Byron Trunnell in Sacramento, California, on January 8, 1999. Billie and her husband Byron are both game wardens for the State of California Fish and Game.

Warren Randall Morris (baseball , 1996) and Julie Owens were joined in m arriage on October 17, 1998. Warren is a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates baseball organization.

Diane Murray (taekwondo , 1992) was married to Joey Febres on September 4, 199 8. Diane earned a silver medal in taekwondo at the 1992 Summer Games in Barcelona .

Eric John Namesnik (swimming, 1992, ' 96) and Kirsten were married last summer on August 22 , 1998. Eric earned a silver medal in the 400 IM in the 1992 Olympic Games and again in the Olympic Games in 1996.

Fred Newhouse (athletics, 1976), a gold medalist in the 4x400m relay and a silver medalist in the 400m, announced the marriage ofhis oldest daughter Vonda to Pele Nunley, a mechanical engineer, on April 3,

1999. Vonda is a four-time collegiate athlete in track at Rice University , a two-time All-American and a competitor in the 1996 Olympic trials.

Charlie Ogletree (yachting, 1996) and Elizabeth were married last fall on October 16 , 1998. At the 1998 World Championships Charlie received 10 th place in the tornado class out of78 competitors. This was the highest placing an American team ha s ever received.

Ntala Gwen Quintilio (Skinner) (biathlon ,

Ntala Quinti/io 1994 , '98) and Kevin Quintilio , a 1998CanadianOlymp l C biathlete, were joined in marriage on the special day of August 29 , 1998 , inSun Valley, Idaho, in front of friends and family CwTently, the married couple resides in Edmonton, Alberta

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RosalieBergweremaniedaftersix-and-ahalf years together on March 27, 1999, in their beautiful home garden in Miami , Florida. Christianrecently staitedhis own writing and web software business.

Steven Segaloff (rowing , 1996) and Matti Jackson were married on a special winter day , January 2, 1999.

PamShriver(tennis , 1988) , agoldmedalist in doubles with partner Zina Garrison, (tennis, 1988 , '92), married Joe Shapiro, a businessman and professor of Business Law at Cal. State, on December 5, 1998 Pam and her partner Liz Smylie won the thirty-five-and-over doubles a t Wimbledon in 1998.

Nikki Lansing Stone (skiing, 1994 , ' 98) and Michael Spencer will be manied this summer on July 31 , 1999. Nikki captured the gold medal in aerial freestyle skiing at the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano , Japan.

Chris R. Swan (rowing, 1992) and Crista Nadine McClure were married during the Christmas season on December 27, 1998 They are expecting their first child this August. Chris has moved up to National Sales Proposal Coordinator for Nice Systems, and he continues to train for Sydney in flatwater kayak.

Christian D. Sahs (rowing , 1992) and Joe Vargas (water polo , 1980 , '84) and

Tonja Yevette Buford-Bailey (athletics, 1992, '96), a bronze medalist in the 400m hurdles, and husband, Victor, are proud to announce the birth of their son , Victor Bailey, Jr., born on September 28, 1998.

Steve "Bigs" Bigelow(swimming , 1988) and wife, Anne , celebrated the birth of their baby boy, Kyle Steven , on April 9, 1998.

MattBiondi(swimrning, 1984 , '88 , '92) , a swimming legend who won a total of 11 medals , and his wife , Kirsten , brought an 8-pounds-l l-ounces-22-inch baby boy , Nathaniel Nicho las Biondi, into their lives onDecember 17 , 1998.

Kevin Lobdell Burnham (yachting , 1992 , 1996) , a silver medalist , and his wife , Barbara , welcom the birth of their daughter , Kyla O 'Malley Burnham , born on October 7, 1998 KeviniscurrentlyworkingasMr. Mom taking care ofKyla and continues to train for the Olympics hoping to make it for the third time. He recently competed in the 1999 World Championships in Melbowne finishing 11 th out of92 competitors

Ingrid J. Butts (Langel/) (skiing, 1988 , '92 , '94) , a three-time Olympian and husband, Kendall , be.came parents of a baby girl , Michaela Astrid Butts, born during thewinteronFebruary 17, 1999.

Debbie Green (volleyball , 1980, '84) renewed their vows as husband and wife on October 12 , 1998. At the 1984 Summer Games in Los Angeles, Joe and Debbie, along with their teammates, captured silver medals in their respective sports . In December, Debbie coached Long Beach State to the NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Championship with a perfect 36-0record.

JohnRusseu Welchli(rowing, 1956)and Lynn weremaiTied on October 11, 1997. In Melbourne at the 1956 Summer Games , John and his teammates rowed to a silver medalin the four-oared shell without coxswain .

Daniel H. Westover (biathlon, 1998) and Kellie Clasby are to be wed this fall on October 1, 1999.

Amy Lee Ballidis White (swimming, 1984) , a silver medalist in the200m backstroke , and Jim Ballidis were married last spring on April 4, 1998.

Rod Eric White (archery , 1996) , a men's team gold medal recipient, and Maria CollorawerejoinedinmaiTiageonJune25, 1999. Rod is training for the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney and is enrolled with the Olympic Job Opportunities Program (OJOP)withHomeDepot.

Chris C. Byrd (boxing, 1992) , who boxed his way to a silver medal in the 1992 Olympic Summer Games in Barcelona, and wife , Tracy , are proud to announce the birth of their son, Sydney, born on August 22, 1998 Chris has signed on with C R.P., and he fought on HBO , March 20 , 1999.

Susan Lee Cagen (Michalski) (skiing , 1992), a freestyle aerial skierandhusband, Dana celebrated the birth of their daughter, Anabela Maree Cagen, on February 7, 1998.

NateCarr(wrestling, 1988),abronzemedalist and wife, Linda , celebrated the birth of their sixth child, a girl , Rebekah Carr ,

born on August 13 , 1997. Nate coached wrestling at West Virginia University for thirteen years with head coach, Craig Turnbull. He is now a full-time ministerat the First Baptist Church of Gray in Gray, Georgia and will be attending seminary in the future.

Stewart Dennis Carr (canoeing , 1992) and wife, Joy, celebrated the birth of their 8-pound- l-ounce-21 ½-inch son , Keegan David Micheal Carr, on January 26, 1999 Stewaitis working for Community Hospitals Indianapolis through the Olympic Job Opportunities Program (OJOP), and has been promoted to team leader of health promotions.

Mark J. Coogan (athletics , 1996) and wife, Gwynneth G. Coogan (athletics , 1992) gave birth to a baby girl, Margaret Gail Coogan, on November 12, 1998. Gwynneth is finishing up her education with a Ph.D. in math at Colorado University , and Mark is training to qualify for the marathon team at the Olympic Games in Sydney.

Kendall Duane Cross (wrestling, 1992, '96), who captured the gold atthe Summer Games in Atlanta, and wife , Rona, celebrated the birth of their son, Kennedy Rand, born on September 25 , 1998. Recently , Kendall began working at Merrill Lynch on the team of financial consultants

TimDaggett(gymnastics , 1984) and wife , Deanne, are proud parents of daughter, Carlie Sage Daggett, born on December 16 , 1998 , during the Christmas season. Timwasamemberofthe 1984 U.S . Gymnastics team that won the team combined gold , and he earned a bronze on the pommel horse

JeffDurgan (soccer , 1984) and wife, Susan, are proud parents of their son , Kieran James Durgan, born on August 20 , 1997

Troy Michael Dayak (soccer , 1992) , a professional soccer player in M ajor League Soccer, and wife , Karen, celebrated the birth oftheir son , Troy Michael Dayak, Jr. on January 19, 1999.

Frank Famiano (wrestling , 1984) and wife, Maureen , welcomed a baby girl,

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Hannah Marie Famiano, into their lives on February20, 1999

Scott Michael Fusco (ice hockey , 1984 , '88) and wife, Kevyn, celebrated the birth of their daughter , Eleanore Nell Fusco , bomonDecember 17, 1998 .

Matt Ghajfari (wrestling, 1992 , '96)and wife, Amy, brought their first son, Jake Mehdi Ghaffari, into their lives on N ovember30 , 1998 Jakeweighedinat7pounds 15 ounces. Mom and baby are doing great.

Richard D. Greene, Jr. (baseball, 1992) and wife , Whitney , welcomed the birth of their twin boys, Manning Prentist Greene and Driskell Robert Greene , born on October 15 , 1998.

David Carter Hearn (canoe /kayak , 1992 , '96) and wife , Jennifer , announce the birth of their son, Jesse Carter Heam, born during the winter on February 11 , 1999 David was World Champion in 1985 and 1995, and he has been a member of the National Whitewater Slalom team since 1977. In 1998, he placed 10 th in the World Cup. Currently, Chris is training for the 2000 0 lympic Games in Sydney

Chris J. Henderson (soccer , 1992) and wife , Dee , are proud parents of their son, Aidan Christopher Henderson , born on M ay 15 , 1998 Chris is playing Major League Soccer and has recently been traded from the Colorado Rapids to the Kansas City Wizards

DeneanE.Hill(Howard) (athletics , 1980, '84, '88 , ' 92),agoldmedalistinthe 1600m relay, and husband, Virgil Hill (boxing , 1984), a silver medalist in the middleweight divi sion, welcomed the birth of a baby girl, AzariaCenaeHill, born on June 15 , 1998.

Juliet Blair Thompson Hochman (rowing, 1988)andhusband, Steve,celebrated the bitth of their son , Nathaniel John Hochman , born in the Pacific Northwest last summer on June 5, 1998. Juliet is working with NIKE on a program called PLAYCORPS . This program recruits and trains college students to coach underserved children. Juliet and NIKE have recruited a total of 1,000 college student coaches.

Thomas N. Kiefer (rowing , 1984) , a silver medalist in four-oared with coxswain, and wife , Cecily, celebrated the birth of their second daughter , Ellery Luzem Kiefer , born October 5, 1998. Tomisknownbyhis wife and 2 ½ year old daughter, Madison , as Dr. Tom on the account of his latest achievement of delivering his second daughter, Ellery, at home! Ellery was born in just 28 minutes!

Roy Knickman (cycling, 1984), a bronze medalist in Los Angeles , and wife , Debbie, announce the arrival oftheir son , Bo Peter Knickman who weighed 8 pounds 13 ounces on August 1, 1998. Roy recently resigned his coaching position at USA Cycling and returned to the Mercury Cycling Team.

Becky Dyroen-Lancer (synchronized swimming, 1996) and husband , Kevin , are proud to announce the birth of their son, Dyroen Matthew Lancer, born on October 9, 1998. Becky was a member of the 1996 U.S Synchronized Swimming team th at captured the gold in Atlanta

DavidJohnLangon (weightlifting, 1988, ' 92) and wife, Kathy , are proud parents of their newest son, Ryan Langon, born on September 26 , 1997.

Sammy Lee (diving, 1948, ' 52) , a diving legend who captured a gold in 1948 and again in 1952 , celebrated the birth of his first grandchild, a boy, Alexander Clark Lee , bornonSeptember7 , 1998. Sammy says that winning a gold medal is almost as great as becoming a grandfather for the first time!

Todd Michael Marchant (ice hockey, 1994) and wife, Caroline, became proud parents of a daughter , Lillian Caroline

Sammy Lee

Marchant, born on July 5, 1997. Todd is playing in his sixth season w ith the NHL Edmonton Oilers. He believes his greatest achievement is the birth of his daughter.

Mark Allen Mitchell (speedskating, 1984) and wife, Beth, became proud parents of their daughter , Jacqueline Patricia Mitchell, on December 6, 1998 Mark is currently working forthe law firmofRider, Bennett, Egan, and Arundel located in downtown Minneapolis

Serena Eddy-Moulton (rowing, 1992) and husband, Jim Moulton (rowing, 1992), celebrated the birth of their baby girl, Katherine Merritt Moulton , born on February 18, 1999 Katherine weighed 11 pounds 1 ounce and was 2 1 inches long.

Don Myrah (cycling, 1996) and wife, Yvonne, became proud parents to a daughter , Isabella Grace Myrah , born on January 6, 1999

Deborah Lynn Nordyke (biathlon, 1998) and husband , Curtis Schreiner (biathlon, 1988 , '92, ' 94),celebratedthebirthoftheir son, Jon Carter Schreiner, born on January 29 , 1999 CurtisandDeborahrecently finished building their home on Sacandaga Lake in Hadley, New York.

Jeffrey Norton (ice hockey , 1988) and wife , Sarah , announce the birth of their third daughter, Rachel Gauthier Norton , born on July 15, 1997.

Peter Pfitzinger(athletics, 1984, '88) and wife, Chris, celebrated the birth of their daughteronDecember 18, 1997.

Stephanie Maxwell Pierson (rowing, 1988, '92), a bro nze medalist in rowing pairs without coxswain in 1992 , and husband, Greg, celebrated the birth of their son , Sean Gregory Pierson, born during the winter on February 3, 199 9.

Rose Magers-Powell (volleyball, 1984), a silver medalist, and husband, Harry, celebrated the birth of their second son, Brandon Michael Powell, born on October 15, 1998. Currently, Rose is head volleyball coach at Martin Methodist College in Pulaski, Tennessee

Lynn Silliman Reed (rowing, 1976), a bronze medalist in Montreal, and hus-

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Barry Richter (ice hockey, 1994),amember of the New York Islanders Hockey Club , and wife , Kim , announce the summer birth of their son , Blake Richter, born onJuly3 , 1998.

Richard Alan Schroeder (swimming, 1984 , ' 88), and wife , Dawn, celebrate the birth of their second child, a baby girl named Erica Diane Schroeder born on January2, 1999. Richardwonagoldmedal in the4xl 0Ommedleyrelayin the 1984 and 1988 Olympic Games.

Melanie J.P. Simboli (Palenik) (skiing, 1988), gold medali st in freestyle aerials , and husband, Chris, are proud to announce the birth of a daughter , Madison Elise Simboli, born on October 1, 1998. Melanie is currently on leave from el -

ementary school teaching and coaching the Ontario Freestyle Ski Team. Recently, Melanie has coached three athletes to the National Development Team and

hopes to see them in the 2002 games in Salt Lake City. A lso, she has coached athletes for the Canadian Winter Games in February and March of 1999.

ToriLeigh Trees-Smith (swimming, 1984), anAll-Americanswimmerwhoplaced5'11 in the 200m backstroke in Los Angeles, and husband, John, a lso an All-American swimmer, celebrated the birth oftheir third child, Samantha Jean Smith, born on November 2, 1998 weighing 8 pounds and22 inches long

J.LaneSpina(skiing , 1988, '92) , asilver medalist in Calg ary and a bronze medalist

in Albertville, and wife , Laura Jane , celebrated the birth of their son, Kyle Spina, on October 20, 1998. After Lane's skiing career he has attained a degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas thanks to the Olympic Scholarship Fund. Recently he started a business, Excel Design Inc. , in gaming devices in Las Vegas.

Jim C.Spivey(athletics, 1984, ' 92, '96), a three-time Olympian in the 1500m and 5000m, and wife, Cindy , are proud to announce the birth of their third child, Simon Alexander Spivey , born the day after Christmas on December 26, 1998. Currently Jim is head coach for women's cross country at the University of Chicago. In 1998, Jim was presented the women's cross-country coach of the year award forthemid-westregion. For the first time in six years the women's team qualified for the 1998 Division III NCAA CrossCountry Championships where they placed sixth.

Kirk Stackle (swimming, 1988) and wife, A le cha, had their first child, a baby girl namedAvery Ann, bornonNovember25 , 1998. She weighed 6 pounds 15 ounces and was 19 inches long.

ThomasG. Trethewey(swimming, 1964) and wife, Linda, announce the birth of their first grandchild , Matthew Lide Martin, born on August 28, 1997.

Jeffrey P. Tucker (luge, 1980) and wife , Caroline, celebrated the birth of their second son , Samuel Martinson Tucker, on December 22, 1998.

Nelson B. Vails (cycling, 1984), a silver medalist in Los Angeles , is a proud parent of his son, Trevor Quinn Vails, born on March 11 , 1998 . Ne lson is currently working for Nextel Communications as the Manager of the Inside Sales Team.

Mark Scott Whitehead (cycling, 1984) and wife, Therese Nugent , announce the birth of their son , Peter James Whitehead, born on February 13 , 1999.

Vickie Orr Wiley (basketball , 1992) , a bronze medalist, and husband, Aubrey, celebrated the birth of their son , Austin

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Je1maine Wiley, born this winter on January 8, 1999.

RandyC. Will(bobsled , 1988 , '92 , '94) ,a three -time Olympian, and wife, Lori, becameproud parents onDecember30 , 1998 , when d aughter , Shayna Lynne Will, was

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born . Randy is currently working fo r the HPC in Salt Lake C ity as an engineer de v eloper in exhaust systems and engine parts coatings and is working directly with Chevrolet and Chrysler racing dep artments .

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New Sports/Disciplines/Events:

Sports-Taekwondo (M& W) , Triathlon (M& W) Disciplines-Trampolining (M&W - added to the gymnastics), Modem pentathlon (W), Water polo (W), Weightlifting (W) . Events-HammerThrow(W),Pole Vault(W) , 20km Walk(W)(replacingthe 10km Walk), Sailing 49er class (Mixed), Trap Shooting (W), Skeet Shooting (W) , Duet Synchronized Swimming(W) , SynchronizedDiving3mandl0m(M&W) , Cycling500mtimetrial(W) , Cycling Olympic sprint (M) , Cycling Keirin (M) , Cycling Madison (M)

Sport Facts:

Whitewater kayaking was provisional at the 1996 Games and will remain on the program for the 2000 Games

The Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling events have been reduced from 10 weight classes to eight.

The 800m (W) and 1,500m (M) wheelchair exhibition events will remain on the program for the 2000 Games .

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Michelle Knox Zaloom (rowing , 1992 , ' 96) and husband , Charles , are proud to announce the birth of their son , Charles B a sil ZaloomIV , born on Ap r il 14 , 1998. Michelle finished second at the 1997 Head of the Charles Regatta and was the fastest American

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