Paraskevin-Young, Connie (1961–)
Paraskevin-Young, Connie (1961–)
American cyclist and speedskater. Name variations: Connie Paraskevin; Connie Anne Young. Born Constance Anne Paraskevin, July 4, 1961, in Detroit, MI; m. Roger Young (cycling coach).
At Seoul Olympics, won a bronze medal in the 1,000-meter sprint (1988); was 4-time World champion; was US national speedskating champion. Inducted into Bicycling Hall of Fame (2003).
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