Edie Boyer
American discus thrower (born 1966)
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Edie Boyer (born February 21, 1966) is a retired female discus thrower from the United States. She set her personal best (62.92 metres) in the women's discus throw event on May 16, 1998, at a meet in Minnesota. The result is world record for deaf athletes, as Boyer is 80% hearing impaired after a struggle with meningitis at the age of 10 months.[1] Boyer was the 1995 USA women's discus champion and competed at two World Championships (1995 and 1997) during her career.
Edie Boyer | |
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| Born | 1966 (age 59–60) |
| Known for | Discus thrower |
She was on the North Dakota State University track and field and also the NDSU women's basketball team while a student there from 1984 to 1989.[2]
Before this, she was a hockey player for the Minnesota Checkers, winning the national title three times from 1981 to 1983.[1]
