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Article: UF gymnast Van Fleet nets 14th all-around crown
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- February 22, 2000
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Frank Clouser
University Wire
02-22-2000
(Independent Florida Alligator) (U-WIRE) GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- Imagine what it feels like for a gymnast to win her first all-around title.
Standing alone on the podium, the last bit of emotion and excitement from her outstanding performance is released as she smiles and waves to the cheering audience.
Now, imagine winning 14 all-around titles.
That's exactly what UF gymnast Chrissy Van Fleet has done during her career. Her most recent came Friday against No. 7 Nebraska, No. 18 New Hampshire and Towson.
The senior won the all-around in dramatic fashion by sweeping all five event crowns with a career-best all-around score of 39.65.
When gymnasts reach ...