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    USOC Names Dave Thomas Associate Director of Paralympic Swimming High Performance
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    "Not only is this a tremendous opportunity for me as a professional, but it's an honor for me to be able to coach and support some of the best Paralympic swimmers in the world." "Dave Thomas brings an incredible skill set and passion for the Olympic and Paralympic movement to this position and we are honored to have him joining our organization ... I know Jimi Flowers is smiling today because Dave is an outstanding coach, leader and friend who will demand excellence and continue to build Paralympic swimming in the U.S." Thomas has more than 30 years of coaching and sport development experience with both Olympic and Paralympic athletes. Full Article at US Olympic Team
    Dave Thomas brings an incredible skill set and passion for the Olympic and Paralympic movement to this position and we are honored to have him joining our organization ... I know Jimi Flowers is smiling today because Dave is an outstanding coach, leader and friend who will demand excellence and continue to build Paralympic swimming in the U.S.
    SOURCE: US Olympic Team 1 month ago
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USOC Names Dave Thomas Associate Director of Paralympic Swimming High Performance
  1. I'm excited about the opportunity to lead Team USA and the challenges ahead ... Not only is this a tremendous opportunity for me as a professional, but it's an honor for me to be able to coach and support some of the best Paralympic swimmers in the world.
    SOURCE: US Olympic Team 1 month ago

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