About
One of the top American female cyclists, won two gold medals at the Pan American Games, and died in a tragic accident during a race in Arlington, Massachusetts.
Before fame
She was a standout cross country and track athlete in her high school, coming in at the top of the very competitive East Penn Conference.
Trivia
In a 2000 race, she was thrown from her bike and struck a tree, killing her instantly.
Family life
She grew up in Macungie, Pennsylvania.
Associated with
Laura Trott was another well-known American cyclist.
