Denise Parker: A Teenage Archer's Quest for Olympic Glory [Paperback]

Denise Parker (Author), Kathy Etling (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 30, 2007

DENISE PARKER: A TEENAGE ARCHER'S QUEST FOR OLYMPIC GLORY takes a unique look into the journey of a world-class archer, who, at the age of 14, competed and won her way to the 1988 Olympic Games. Because of her age, she wasn t expected to medal. What they didn't know was this teenager's tenacity to succeed. In this intriguing book, Denise Parker recounts all aspects of her archery career. From the countless hours of meticulous practice, to the joy of winning her first world competition, to the march for an Olympic medal-this book tells it all. It is the perfect read for any child or teenager who strives to achieve greatness as an archer and it also provides parents and mentors insights to help young adults to achieve their dreams in life as well.

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About the Author

Denise Parker took home a bronze medal as the youngest member of the U.S. Olympic Team at the 1988 Seoul Games. Parker also competed in the 1992 and 2000 Olympics. She has had two top-10 individual finishes at the World Championships, five first place finishes in the U.S. National Championships, and on three occasions placed first at the Pan American Games. A graduate of Westminster College, Parker has been the editor of Archery Focus, Marketing Manager for Hoyt USA, Vice President of the Archery Trade Association, and is currently President of DP Event Marketing. Parker is married and living in Pleasant View, Utah with two step-daughters and two sons.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Woods N Water (December 30, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0979513111
• ISBN-13: 978-0979513114
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,849,486 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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