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Getting the Medal

"…inquire of Zeus of the flashing thunderbolt, if he has any message to give concerning men whose spirits are seeking to attain great excellence and a breathing-space from toils."

—excerpt from the Eighth Olympic Ode, by Pindar (c. 522-420 BC), courtesy of the Perseus Project digital library.


In addition to his regular Nova and Summer Swimming, David participated in the 2005 JCC Maccabi games.  His efforts achieved two gold and two silver medals.  David also recently completed a one mile lake swim, finishing fourth in his age group.

If you would like to see his best times in both Short Course and Long Course swimming, click here!

For more pictures of David at the Maccabi games click here.

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