How Did Carly Patterson Become the 2004 Olympic Champion, Find Her Identity Post-Retirement, and Master the Art of Self-Confidence?




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Summary: Sam welcomes All-Around Champion at the 2004 Olympic Games, Carly Patterson. Carly is a trailblazer for the U.S., as the first American woman to win the All-Around Olympic Gold medal since Mary Lou Retton. The U.S. has won every consecutive all-around gold medal since. She is a successful singer/songwriter and motivational speaker. Carly discusses her journey to the Olympics, factors that led to her success, and her insights on confidence, community, family and what it takes to become an Olympic champion.