Laumann, Silken (1964–)
Laumann, Silken (1964–)
Canadian athlete and motivational speaker. Born Silken Suzette Laumann, Nov 14, 1964, in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada; sister of Daniele Laumann (b. 1961); m. John Wallace; children: William.
Won the bronze medal for double sculls with sister Danielle at the Los Angeles Olympics (1984); won two World Cup championships for rowing (1991); won bronze medal for single sculls at Barcelona Olympics (1992) and silver medal for single sculls at Atlanta Olympics (1996). Named Velma Springstead female athlete of year (1991); given Wilma Rudolph Courage Award (1997); inducted into Canadian Sports Hall of Fame (1998).
See also Women in World History.
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