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The Heart of an Olympian

Michelle appeared to have it all - a successful soccer career, awards, honors, friends, travel, money, husband... When her life began to fall apart, Michelle found a hidden strength. Find out how this Olympic Gold Medalist rose above her trials. Michelle graduated from the University of Central Florida in 1989. She has been a member of the United... >Full Story

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The Perfect Love

This is a story of a changed life, as told to Power to Change Ministries. Aiming for the Olympics, Michelle pushed for perfection - only to realize she had to conquer a severe eating disorder. "This can't be happening," Michelle breathed, every muscle in her body straining ahead. A passing sprinter spliced the air to take the lead. Michelle...... >Read More

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Strength of Character

Right from the start, it was obvious that Catherine Reddick had talent. Her five-year-old soccer team was all boys except for three girls. Catherine scored five goals in one game. The other girls were skipping and acting silly, but not Catherine. Catherine was playing hard and she wanted to win. Catherine loved soccer, but her family made...... >Read More

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Going for the Gold

Sprinters crouch coiled in their blocks, muscles straining as they await the starter's gun. At the crack of the pistol, a multicolored, multinational blur bursts forth. In a few seconds, raised arms signal victory. A new Olympic champion is crowned. Viewers' hearts beat faster as the soccer star dribbles and weaves through opponents toward the...... >Read More

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