FACTOIDS
Full Name: Carly Patterson
Nickname: Snarly
Birthday: February 4, 1988
Height: 5’
Hometown: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Sports: Gymnastics
PROFILE
Became the first U.S. woman to win the Olympic all-around since Mary Lou Retton at the 2004 Olympic Games. Earned two silver medals in Athens in the team competition and on the balance beam. 2003 World Champion gold medalist in team, silver medalist in the all-around
Patterson, who practiced for approximately 35 hours per week, was described by her coach, Evgeny Marchenko, as an athlete who competes best under pressure and can make last-minute adjustments on the spot. Patterson agreed, saying in competition situations, she always remembers to "act like it's just like training and don't think about everyone who's watching."
