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13-year-old champion swimmer defies unbeatable odds

by KIM HOLCOMB / Evening Magazine

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Posted on March 1, 2010 at 7:50 PM

The Olympics have wrapped up, but the Paralympics are getting underway this weekend in Vancouver. A remarkable local athlete is already in training for the 2012 Paralympics and her story is sure to inspire you.

Shadow Seals Swimming is a swim team for people with disabilities. They are located in the Seattle area. Visit them at www.shadowsealsswimming.org.

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mountdana said on March 2, 2010 at 2:16 PM

I saw the segment on this girl yesterday and it is a truely inspiring story. The headline, however, is ridiculous. She defied the odds they are, therefore NOT unbeatable.

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