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Long time coming

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Spangler finally achieved her goal of qualifying for a spot on the US Olympic team as a marathon runner by placing first at the Olympic trials in Columbia, SC. Her quest to become an Olympian began in 1983 as a high school athlete in the small town of Rockford, IL.

Author: Brant, John
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1996
Personalities, Olympic athletes, Marathon running, Spangler, Jenny

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Bright future

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Rainey, a 1992 Olympic runner in the 800 meters, has a promising career. She is intelligent and is planning for the possibility of a future in politics. Rainey grew up in poverty in one of New York, NY's worst ghettos. She credits a loving family with her success.

Author: Brant, John
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1993
Women athletes, Rainey, Meredith

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A clear vision

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Distance runner Jennings also enjoys skiing and golfing. The 32-year-old Olympic bronze medal winner has set many track records during her career, and enjoys her active life and happy marriage.

Author: Brant, John
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1993
Jennings, Lynn

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