Allison Schmitt
Introduction
Today's topic of the week is going to be about Allison Schmitt. You will find simple facts about her life and background.
Birthday, Age, and Family
Allison was born on June 7, 1990 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. She grew up in Canton, Michigan along with four other people. Her parents names are Ralph and Gail Schmitt and her full name is Allison Rodgers Schmitt. She is currently 22.
Swimming
Allison started swimming at the age of nine. She Allison trained with Olympic medalist Michael Phelps and has the same coach Bob Bowman. In 2007 she made Junior Nationals and showcased her talent in Orlando Florida. She made her first Olympics in 2008, Beijing. There she won her first Olympic medal a bronze in the 4-by-200 freestyle relay. At the 2012 Olympics she won three gold medals and set a new world record for the 200 freestyle.
Closing
Thank you for listing to my biography on Allison Schmitt.
Sources/refrences:
http://www.secdigitalnetwork.com/Portals/3/images/Resized/Swimming/AllisonSchmittUGA.jpg
http://www.biography.com/people/allison-schmitt-20914339
