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Dawes, Dominique

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Born: 1976 AD
Currently alive, at 31 years of age.

Nationality: American
Categories: Athlete

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1976 - Born on the 20th day of November this year in Silver Spring, Maryland. She was a long time member of the national team, and a three-time Olympian for the U.S.

1982 - She was first introduced to gymnastics at age six, when she signed up for a tumbling class. When she showed up, the class was canceled, and someone suggested to her parents that she take a class at a local gymnastics club called Hill's Angels.

1991 - 1992 - Continued to move up on the national and international.

1992 - She was a solid team player in this year.

1993 - Led the competition after three events, even beating her more famous teammate Shannon Miller.

1994 - She is probably best known for her performances in this year, the 94' World Championships.

1998 - Returned to competition at the 98' Goodwill Games.

2002 - Graduated with her Bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland, College Park.

2004 - Currently she is on the Advisory Board of Sesame Workshop's "Healthy Habits for Life" program.

2004 - 2006 - Served as President of the Women's Sports Federation.







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