Silken Laumann is now one of Canada's highly recognizable and beloved Canadian athlete. Her career started at the age of 18 when she qualified for the National Rowing Team. Just one year later she won a bronze medal for Canada at the Summer Olympics in LA. A gold medal followed at the Pan American Games in 1987 and in 1991 Silken Laumann became the world champion.
Silken Laumann relives the excitement and challenges of her own incredible dream and Olympic story. Silken provides an insight into how athletes motivate themselves; what makes a great coach; the power of a team and the importance of excellence in our society.
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