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An outstanding diver at Clarion University, Barbara distinguished herself as a Golden Eagle as well as after graduation. A 1969 Berea (Ohio) High grad, she attended Clarion and was a two-time Eastern Regional champion in 1971 as well as a two-time national champion in one meter and three meter diving, plus being third and fifth at nationals in 1972. A member of Delta Delta Delta and A.E .T. at Clarion, she continued her pursuit of diving & excellence after graduating with an elementary education degree in 1972. She went to the Olympic trials in 1972 and was a member of the USA Olympic diving team in 1976 in Montreal, Canada. She is also a member of the Cleveland Athletic Hall of Fame.