Sharon Gibson
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About
Former Olympic javelin thrower that competed in the 1984 and 1988 Summer Olympics during her professional career. In addition to the Olympics, she also competed in the European Championships and the British Commonwealth Games. She was a member of the English women's national team during the 1980's and 1990's.
Before Fame
She made her official debut for Team England during the 1982 Commonwealth Games in Brisbane, Australia. At the time, she was just 21 years old.
Trivia
Although she finished ninth, she recorded her personal best throw of 59.66 meters during the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California. One decade later, she won her first career medal after placing bronze during the 1994 Commonwealth Games in Victoria, Canada.
Family Life
Growing up, she lived with her family in Mapperley, England.
Associated With
She competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics like Michael Jordan and Cheryl Miller.
