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15 Sporting Icons Who Changed American History

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10. Jackie Joyner-Kersee

10. Jackie Joyner-Kersee
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Jackie Joyner-Kersee’s track and field dominance brought new attention to women’s athletics and inspired new standards of excellence in the heptathlon. Her charitable work continues to impact youth today. She was an inspiration on the track and remains one today. See her profile on Team USA.

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