Episode 53: The Impact that Maritza McClendon has Made on the Sport
Feb 27, 2023•41 min
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Episode description
In 2004, Maritza Correia McClendon became the first Black female to make a U.S. Olympic swim team and later became the first Black American female to win an Olympic swimming medal.
In this episode of Kick Set, Maritza discusses her challenges and triumphs in the sport, as well as how the swimming community can become more inclusive.
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