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Missy Franklin Decision To Swim For High School Team? Some Say Unfair

Missy Franklin is on the cusp of deciding whether or not she should join her high school's swim team, but the Olympic gold medalist said she is hearing from some that it might give her an unfair advantage in the water.

Aly Raisman Inducted into Jewish Sports Hall of Fame in NY

Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman will be inducted into the National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame & Museum on April 21 in Commack, N.Y. Raisman, 18, won a gold medal this summer at the London Olympics for her floor routine to the song of "Hava Nagila." She also took home a bronze medal on the balance beam and helped the U.S. win the women's gymnastics team title. She became the most decorated U.S. gymnast at the 2012 Olympic Games.

Gabby Douglas; Olympic Women's Gymnastics Star Shooting for Gold

Gabby Douglas, 16, came in third among Team USA in the women's qualifications on July 29, but this athlete, nicknamed "The Flying Squirrel" is going to battle her hardest in the women's team finals on July 31, airing at 11:30 Eastern time.

Logan Tom, Destinee Hooker Lead U.S. Volleyball Team Win Over South Korea

Team USA's Women's Volleyball team defeated South Korea today, led by Logan Tom. The U.S. team showed their skills as they knocked South Korea in four sets in pool play. The results are as follows: 5-19, 25-17, 20-25, 25-21. Tom scored nine points in today's match, including eight spikes. Also shining at the match today was Destinee Hooker. The 24-year old gained 21 points and at one point had the crowd cheering her name on.

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