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In this program, find out more about the life of someone who grabs your attention and how they achieved their goals. This could be an athlete like Wayne Gretzky or Jamie Salé, a musician like Avril Lavigne, or an actor like Mike Myers. By creating a project about them, you can understand how they chased down their dreams, and get some tips on how to turn your own dreams into reality. Also in this program, you'll get an opportunity to look at the sacrifices young athlete's make in order to reach their dream and examine the role of sports in our society.
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Alanna Kraus (:59)
Short Track Speed Skater
Bronze Medallist
Alanna talks about how she got into skating, her experience winning in Salt Late City, and what she loves about the athlete lifestyle.
Watch Alanna's Video...
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Stacy Kohut (1:56)
Alpine Skier, National Disabled Team
Multiple Medallist
Stacy's been to three Paralympics and won lots of medals. Listen to what he has to say about competition, his wheelchair, and what it takes to be the best in the world.
Watch Stacy's Video...
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Kelly Béchard (:53)
Hockey Player, National Women's Team
Gold Medallist
Kelly talks about her drive to play hockey and the winning game against the United States at Salt Lake City.
Watch Kelly's Video...
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Maëlle Ricker (1:55)
National Snowboarding Team, Olympian
What's it like to walk into a stadium at the opening ceremony to thousands of screaming fans? Maëlle talks about competing in Nagano, having fun riding with her friends, and dealing with injuries.
Watch Maëlle's Video...
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Ian Houghton (:56)
Long-Track Speed Skater, National Team
Hear a long-track speed skater talk about focusing on goals to get ready for the Olympics.
Watch Ian's Video...
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Discussion Questions:
• What did you learn about what it's like to be an elite athlete that you didn't know before?
• What kind of dedication do you think it takes to go to the Olympics? What sorts of sacrifices do you think these athletes make for their sport?
• Can you see qualities in these athletes that you think have helped them achieve success in their sport? Do you see any of these qualities in yourself?
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