Sara McMann Olympic Medalist

Hi, my name is Sara McMann. I am a female wrestler who has been competing at the world level since 2000. To date I have 2 Bronze Medals from World Championships and one Silver Medal. I also earned a Silver Medal in the Olympics in 2004.

I am currently striving for my second Olympic team for the Olympics in Beijing. I began wrestling in my ninth grade year at McDowell High School in Marion, N.C. I had no idea at the time that I would fall in love with the sport and pursue it for the next 14 years.

Wrestling has taken me all over the United States and the world. I've lived in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, North Carolina, South Carolina, Iowa, and Colorado to train with the best partners. I've competed in Russia, Colombia, The Dominican Republic, Brazil, Sweden, Japan, China, and many other countries.

I am also currently pursuing a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling. When I retire, I would like to focus my efforts on helping children and adolesents in managing crisis situations.

At home, I'm a very average person. I have two cats, Tiny and Sadie, who are both sweet little cuddlebugs :-D I like to read books and watch movies. I have a motorcycle and I like to ride in the beautiful weather that the South is famous for. I hope to hike and kayak this summer.

I'd like to thank all of my supporters and friends. They have made this pursuit possible and I can not express my appreciation enough.

Sara

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