Breanna Clark facts for kids
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| Born | November 4, 1994 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
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| Height | 5 ft 10 in | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 163 lb | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Country |  United States |
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| Sport | Paralympic athletics | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Disability | Autism | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Disability class | T20 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Club | Dorsey High School Pasadena City College |
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Breanna Clark is an amazing American athlete. She was born on November 4, 1994. Breanna is a Paralympic athlete, which means she competes in sports for people with disabilities. She was diagnosed with autism when she was four years old. Breanna runs in races in the T20 category.
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Meet Breanna Clark, a Paralympic Star
Breanna Clark is a very successful runner. She has won many gold medals in big competitions. These include the Paralympic Games and the World Para Athletics Championships. She is known for her speed in the 400-meter race.
Breanna's Journey to Gold
Breanna started running track in high school. She ran for Susan Miller Dorsey High School. Later, she continued her training at Pasadena City College. Her hard work paid off. She became a champion in her sport.
Breanna won her first Paralympic gold medal in 2016. This was at the Rio de Janeiro Games. She won the 400 meters T20 race. She won another gold medal at the Tokyo Paralympics in 2020. She also has gold medals from the World Para Athletics Championships. These wins show her incredible talent and dedication.
A Family of Champions
Sports talent runs in Breanna's family! She has a twin brother named Rashard. Her mother, Rosalyn Clark, is also a famous athlete. Rosalyn won a silver medal in the 1976 Summer Olympics in 1976. She was part of the 4 x 400 meters relay team. It's clear that athletic ability is a family trait for the Clarks.
Understanding Para Athletics
Para athletics is a type of track and field sport. It is for athletes with disabilities. The Paralympic Games are like the Olympics for these athletes. Athletes are grouped into different "classes" based on their disability. This makes sure the competition is fair. Breanna competes in the T20 category. This category is for athletes with an intellectual impairment.
Breanna Clark is a true inspiration. She shows that with hard work, anything is possible.
