Adams, Lynn (c. 1958–)

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Adams, Lynn (c. 1958–)

American racquetball player. Born c. 1958, lives in Libertyville, Illinois; attended Orange Coast College; m. Jim Carson (her coach, div.); m. Richard Clay, 1990; children: Kristen (b. 1994); (adopted) Jasmine.

Joined the Women's Professional Racquetball Association (WPRA) at its inception (1979); was 4-time defending WPRA national champion; won 6 national titles (1982–83, 1985–88); won 7 overall championships (1982–83, 1985–88 and 1990), and 6 pro-tour season titles (1982–83, 1985–88); diagnosed with MS (1987); retired (1991). Inducted into Racquetball Hall of Fame (1997); 5-time Player of the Year.

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