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2009 RBC Olympians Bios

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Blythe Hartley

 Sport: Diving
 Home Town: Vancouver, BC
 Current Residence: Calgary, AB

Career Highlights:

• Three-time Olympian (2000, 2004 and 2008)
• Bronze medallist — Athens 2004 Olympic Games

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Blythe's Bio

Blythe spring-boarded her way to international diving success with her gold medal (1m board) at the 2001 World Championships in Japan. She went on to win a pair of gold medals at the 2003 Pan American Games, a bronze at the 2004 Olympic Games (10m synchro event), a gold at the 2005 World Championships, and two golds at the 2006 Commonwealth Games. Her sights are set on qualifying for her fourth Olympic Games in 2012.

Athletic Goals

To achieve my personal best while competing in the Olympic Games.

Favourite Olympic/Sporting Moment

Winning the bronze at the 2004 Olympic Games.

Best Advice You've Ever Received

The best advice that I was ever given was when I was told to simply be myself.

Being an RBC Athlete means...

RBC is the longest standing amateur sport sponsor, and it is an honor to be an RBC Olympian. It is phenomenal to have the freedom to pursue my athletic and competitive goals, but also have RBC’s support. In addition, it is a great opportunity to gain valuable work experience.



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