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Chicago 2016 and Olympic Gold Medalist Dominique Dawes Promote Youth Participation in Sport

 In advance of Saturday’s international gymnastics competition, Dawes to visit with Chicago youth regarding the importance of participation and Olympic values

CHICAGO (February 19, 2009) – Dominique Dawes, Olympic Gold Medalist and member of the 1996 “Magnificent Seven” U.S. Gymnastics Team , has partnered with Chicago 2016 and World Sport Chicago to promote Sport and Olympic values to Chicago-area youth.  Dawes was the first African-American to win an individual Olympic medal in artistic gymnastics and has participated in three Olympic Games.

On Friday, February 20, Dawes will visit Parker Community Academy and meet with youth to discuss the importance of participation in sport and Olympic values.

Who:  
Chicago 2016, World Sport Chicago and Dominique Dawes

What:
Olympian Dominique Dawes will visit with Chicago-area youth to promote Olympic values and the importance of participation in Sport.  Dawes has been involved with the Chicago 2016 bid as well as its legacy organization, World Sport Chicago.  She will also attend the Tyson American Cup on Saturday at the Sears Center in Hoffman Estates, IL.

When and Where:    
Friday, February 20, 2009, 11:15 am CT
Parker Community Academy
6800 S Stewart Ave
Chicago, IL
773.535.3375

Contact:
Mica Matsoff
+1.312.861.4826 (Chicago 2016 news desk) 
 

About Chicago 2016

Chicago 2016 is a 501(c)3 corporation whose mission is to seek the privilege of hosting the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Chicago. The Committee’s Board comprises business, civic, athletic, cultural and academic leaders representing Chicago and the surrounding Midwest region. Patrick Ryan serves as chairman and CEO.

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www.chicago2016.org