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Dave Denniston

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Dave Denniston
 
 

Born On:  September 29, 1978

Hometown:  Wright, Wyoming

Resides:  Longmont, Colorado

Education:  Auburn University '02

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Personal Quote

When I was trying to make the Olympic team my body was in perfect shape, but my attitude was paralyzed. Now, my body may be paralyzed, but I'm happier than I've ever been because of the conscious change I made to my attitude.

 
 
 
 
Career Highlights
  • 2008 Paralympic Swimming Captain
  • 2008 Paralympic Games Competitor (100m breast)
  • 2007 NCAA Inspiration Award Recipient
  • 2003 USA World Championship Team Member
  • 1999 NCAA National Champion
  • 15-time NCAA All-American
  • 7-time SEC Champion
 
 
 
 
Best Swimming Moment

I can beat Michael Phelps anytime I want to... at Scrabble.

 
 
 
 
Fun Stuff

Favorite Food: Ice Cream

Favorite Movie: The Karate Kid

Hobbies: Fishing, hunting, and camping

Pets: Dog named Charlie

Favorite Video Game: Tiger Woods Golf

Did You Know?- Swimming is the only Paralympic sport that does not use adaptive equipment.

"Mind Over Body: An attitude for the rest of your life" is a unique motivational strategy that Denniston created to help people move forward towards their goals, despite the barriers that life often places in their paths. It is this philosophy that took the former NCAA National Champion from the hostpital bed to the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games.

Message Points Include:

  • Applying a positive attitude to everyday life
  • Setting and achieveing goal-oriented results
  • Developing your character for life
  • Sharing his Paralympic experience
  • Overcoming personal and professional obstacles
 
 
 
 
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