Lacey Pearl Nymeyer was born on October 29,1985 and is an American former competition swimmer, Olympic medalist, and former world record-holder.
11 Facts About Lacey Nymeyer
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Lacey Nymeyer is a graduate of the University of Arizona where she majored in physical education.
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Away from her own training, Lacey Nymeyer leads swim clinics and speaks to youth groups.
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Lacey Nymeyer is a substitute teacher and plans to teach full-time when her swimming career ends.
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Lacey Nymeyer married Chandler John, a former basketball player for Eastern Arizona College, on April 29,2010, at the Mesa Arizona Temple.
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Lacey Nymeyer attended the University of Arizona, where she competed for the Arizona Wildcats swimming and diving team.
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Lacey Nymeyer was a member of the 200-yard freestyle relay, 400-yard freestyle relay, 400-yard medley relay, and 800-yard freestyle relay, which all won first place.
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Additionally, Lacey Nymeyer is an individual NCAA champion in the 200y freestyle and 100-yard freestyle.
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Lacey Nymeyer was named the "2009 Woman of the Year" for the Pac-10 Conference and represented the conference in the national competition.
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On October 18,2009, Lacey Nymeyer was named the "2009 NCAA Woman of the Year" which honors female student-athletes who have completed their eligibility, demonstrated academic and athletics excellence, and engaged in community service and leadership opportunities.
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Lacey Nymeyer competed in an individual event, the 100 m freestyle, and placed 12th overall.