I am recent law school graduate currently training in the hammer throw with the hopes of qualifying for the 2012 Olympics in London. I graduated with honors from the University of Washington in June of 2008, where much of my coursework focused on taxation and business law. During my first two years of law school I competed for the university's team, earning All-American honors each season. I currently train as a member of the Swiss national team.

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» Tune into the Olympics Tonight (15 August 2008)

My training partner Dylan Armstrong competed in the Olympic shot put final today. The compeition will be shown tape-delayed tonight on NBC, so tune in to see him. In the second round, Dylan threw a new personal best and Canadian record of 21.04 meters (69'00.50"). That remained his best throw throughout the competition and he sat in the bronze medal position entering his last throw. Unfortunately, American Christian Cantwell improved on his final attempt and ended Dylan's chance at a medal. When the competition was over, Dylan was just one centimeter (.25 inches) shy of the bronze medal and four centimeters (1.5 inches) shy of the silver medal. Nevertheless, he put forth one hell of an effort and should be proud of his new Canadian record.

» All eyes turn to Beijing (8 August 2008)

I returned home last night just in time to watch the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. I'm not a big fan of the opening ceremonies since I think it is the antithesis of what the Olympics should be about: it is full of grandeur and hype, yet lacks sports and competition. That being said, it is a sign that the greatest show on earth is about to begin. I spent the last few weeks training in Kamloops again and was able to see my training partners Sultana Frizell and Dylan Armstrong who will represent Canada for in their first Olympics. Both have a chance to place high and I can't wait to watch them next week. Thankfully I get CBC television here in Seattle, so I will be able to see them.

After travelling non-stop for the past two months, I was back up in Kamloops for the past few weeks to try and get back in the rhythm of training daily. My technique has gradually returned as I start to prepare for next season. I will be in Seattle for the next month or so while Dr. Bondarchuk is in Beijing coaching Sultana and Dylan. When he returns to Kamloops in September, I will move back up permanently since I am now done with school. It should be fun and I'll keep everyone informed of my progress.

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