Johnson hopes to break US kayaking medals drought
Carrie Johnson was a surprise kayak entry four years ago at the Athens Olympics. Now she just might be America's best hope at winning a medal in Beijing.
View ArticleHungary dominates at European Flatwater Championships
In the first major international competition of the season, flatwater paddlers convened in Milan this weekend for the European Championships. With Europeans dominating the sport, the championships were...
View ArticleGermany on top again, but Canada makes waves
The second flatwater world cup concluded on Sunday in Duisburg, Germany, with top paddlers further proving their worth as the Olympics draws near.
View ArticleNew foursome wins on final day of Olympic trials
A new foursome cruised past a boat featuring two former Olympians at the U.S. Olympic trials Sunday to earn the chance to qualify for a spot in the Beijing Games.
View ArticleUS gains first Olympic kayak berth
Carrie Johnson had made the Olympics before with an unexpected victory in the U.S. trials four years ago, so the rush that she experienced after earning a second straight trip caught her a little off...
View ArticleHungary, Germany clean up at World Cup
The first flatwater World Cup of the season took place in Szeged, Hungary this weekend, showcasing familiar talent. And with Hungary and Germany each winning 12 medals, it also served as a preview for...
View ArticleJohnson, Zur prepare for Games
It's been a long road to Beijing for the two members of the U.S. flatwater team. Both Carrie Johnson and Rami Zur have overcome significant obstacles to compete at the 2008 Games, and their coaches...
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