Durham, Dianne (1968–)
Durham, Dianne (1968–)
African-American gymnast. Born June 17, 1968 in Gary, Indiana; m. Tom Drahozal (teacher and coach).
Won US Jr. nationals (1981, 1982) and US nationals (1983), the 1st African-American gymnast to become a national champion; placed 3rd at Chunichi Cup (1983); had to retire from competition due to injuries (1985).
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