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Gold Medal Alethea Sedgman

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I don't know how many are aware how demanding this sport is but this is a truly spectacular result for a 16 yr old, especially against the world class Indian team.

Just goes to show, it is not 'role models' youth need, it is some family support and access to facilities.

"Alethea Sedgman has claimed Australia's first shooting gold medal of the Delhi Commonwealth Games with victory in the women's 50m rifle three positions event.

The Melbourne 16-year-old scored 676.0 to win from Singaporean duo Xiang Ser (672.6) and Aqilah Sudhir (671.3)."

http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/10/07/3032383.htm

Some background on Alethea,
http://www.mailtimes.com.au/news/local/news/general/alethea-sedgman-to-take-on-world-best/1827663.aspx
Posted by Cornflower, Thursday, 7 October 2010 8:01:06 PM
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I did small bore shooting when I was at school. Wasn't easy. Congrats to her.
Posted by StG, Friday, 8 October 2010 10:13:08 AM
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That's good to know StG

>>I did small bore shooting when I was at school.<<

A skill that would be extremely useful, if you were ever to meet Tom Cruise.
Posted by Pericles, Friday, 8 October 2010 3:06:32 PM
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StG,

Yes, once only the Cadets had the option, but now the availability of small bore and air rifle ranges in (mainly private) schools give those students who do not wish to pick up a hockey stick or put footy boots on an interest where they can compete with themselves or others as is their choice.

Plenty of skills to develop, not the least being personal control and concentration.

It is remarkable that a 16yr old has been able to develop the body control and discipline necessary for international competition, let alone win a gold medal.
Posted by Cornflower, Friday, 8 October 2010 5:13:09 PM
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More Gold!

The women (one a 20yr old) have done it again,

http://www.abc.net.au/news/photos/2010/10/08/3033697.htm?site=commonwealthgames/2010
Posted by Cornflower, Saturday, 9 October 2010 12:16:02 AM
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Good on her. A winner is a winner, no matter the sport or the forum. And to be a winner usually requires a lot of work. Once again, good on her.
Posted by Otokonoko, Saturday, 9 October 2010 12:19:54 AM
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