Wendy hilliard biography
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Wendy Hilliard Biography
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Gymnast and founder, Wendy Hilliard Foundation
The first African-American rhythmic gymnast to represent the sport on a U.S.
national team, Wendy Hilliard has won several medals in international competition. She has also gone on to promote the sport among inner-city children. The Wendy Hilliard Foundation, which she formed in 1995, provides funding and support for aspiring gymnasts in New York City, and to date has served more than 4,500 local children.
Was Drawn to Artistry of Rhythmic Gymnastics
Hilliard was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, where there were few sports programs available in her neighborhood.
Wendy hilliard biography
She began training as a traditional gymnast after discovering the sport at a local gym. At a practice session one day, however, she noticed the ribbon used by a rhythmic team using the same gym. Inspired by the artistry of that sport, she decided to switch to rhythmic gymnastics.
Rhythmic gymnastics combines traditional gymnastic mov