| Sport: | Alpine Skiing |
|---|---|
| Birthdate: | March 9, 1984 |
| Birthplace: | Reno, NV |
| Hometown: | Squaw Valley, CA |
| Residence: | Squaw Valley, CA |
| Ht: / Wt: | 5'6" / 142 lbs |
| Olympics: | 2006, 2002 |
2006 Olympic champion in the women's giant slalom ... One of the most out-going and popular skiers on the Alpine tour ... Travels with several lucky charms, including one that she wore in competition at the 2006 Games ... Has a ski run named after her in her hometown ... Splits her residence between California and Hawaii ... Avid surfer ... Climbed Mount Kilimanjaro in 2008.
The American athletes at the Winter Olympics will be ambassadors for the sporty style synonymous with American fashion.
As Vancouver approaches, many prominent records stand on the verge of being toppled.
