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Kristine

O'Brien

Olympian 2020

Athlete Bio#

Height

5'11"

Age

33

Hometown

Massapequa Park, NY

Education

St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School (West Islip, N.Y.) ‘09 University of Virginia ‘13, Sociology and Anthropology

Quick Facts
  • Nicknamed “O'B" or “Tini”
  • Her grandmother was the most influential person in her life
  • Was named the 2012 USRowing Fan’s Choice Collegiate Rower of the Year.
Career Highlights
  • Was the 2010 ACC Freshman of the Year and was a part of the ACC Crew of the Year from 2010-2013
  • Lists winning the varsity eight and team title at the 2012 NCAA Championships as her most memorable sporting achievement
Olympic Experience
  • 1-time Olympian;
    • Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, 4th (Eight - Women)
World Championship Experience
  • Most recent: 2019 – bronze (Eight - Women)
  • Years of participation: Eight - Women 2018, 2019; Four - Women 2015, 2016, 2017;
  • Medals: 4 (2 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze)
    • Gold – 2018 (Eight - Women); 2015 (Four - Women);
    • Silver – 2016 (Four - Women);
    • Bronze – 2019 (Eight - Women);
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