Ann Yoshida

Ann Hamanalau Yoshida (born 10 October 1977) is an American paracanoeist who competes in international level events. As well as canoeing, she is an occupational therapist.[1][2]

Ann Yoshida
Personal information
Full nameAnn Hamanalau Yoshida
Born (1977-10-10) 10 October 1977
Mililani, Hawaii, United States
Alma materPacific University
Utah State University
University of Hawaii
Brigham Young University
Height5 ft 6 in (168 cm)
Weight160 lb (73 kg)
Sport
Country United States
SportParacanoe
DisabilityParaplegia
ClubAccessurf Hawaii
Coached byStephen Knight
Medal record
Paracanoe
Representing  United States
World Championships
Gold medal – first place2016 DuisburgWomen's VL1
Silver medal – second place2015 MilanWomen's VL1
Bronze medal – third place2013 DuisburgWomen's VL1

In 2000, Yoshida was paralysed from the chest down due to an accident in Utah when a truck went through a red light and hit her car. She had a brain injury and a ruptured aorta and was put into a medically induced coma to recover fully.[3][4]

References

  1. "Ann Yoshida - Team USA". Team USA. 16 May 2020. Archived from the original on March 1, 2014.
  2. "Life Accessed". Life Accessed. 16 May 2020.
  3. "Ann Yoshida - Paracanoe Canoe Sprint". International Canoe Federation. 16 May 2020.
  4. "Ocean Whispers". health.hawaii.gov. 16 May 2020.


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