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Fired up and ready to go
Dawn Ellerbe will be competing for the United States in the hammer throw at the 2000 Olympic Games. The 26-year-old and four-time U.S. Indoor champion is competing her first Olympic Games. Check in with Ellerbe throughout the Games.
September 24, 2000
What have you been doing since the Opening Ceremonies?
Since the Opening Ceremonies I have been training and trying to stay focused. The Village is great but can get quite loud at times. I have been to the arcade and met some really nice athletes from other countries. My parents are here and I have been visiting with them.
What have you been doing to prepare for your competition while in Sydney?
I have stayed on the same schedule that has gotten me here. I have cut my training volume down some, but I still do the same workout with a few modifications.
What are your thoughts as competition draws near?
I am starting to feel a bit excited, and in the next few days that will turn into nervous energy. By Wednesday when I compete, I will be fired up and ready to go. I am thinking about the competition more as the time gets closer.
Have you had the chance to check out any other sports since the Games started?
I had a chance to go to a U.S.-Russia women's basketball game, and I cheered so loud I lost my voice! It was so exciting.
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