Lynn Skrifvars

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexFemale
Full nameLynn Ellen•Skrifvars (-Nelson)
Used nameLynn•Skrifvars
Born8 February 1951 in Lynwood, California (USA)
Measurements173 cm / 59 kg
AffiliationsPhillips 66, Long Beach (USA)
NOC United States

Biography

Lynn Skrifvars was primarily a backstroker, but also won a gold medal at the 1971 Pan American Games in the 4x100 freestyle relay. She swam for the Phillips 66 Club in Long Beach, California and attended Cal State Long Beach. Skrifvars earned her degree in physical therapy and worked as a physiotherapist. She also competed in a few masters swimming events.

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
1972 Summer Olympics Swimming (Aquatics) USA Lynn Skrifvars
4 × 100 metres Freestyle Relay, Women (Olympic) United States 1
200 metres Backstroke, Women (Olympic) 13

Special Notes