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Matt Abboud


Hometown: Dayton, Maine
Residence: State College, Pa.
Birth Date/Place: May 15, 1981/New Haven, Conn.
Club: Maine Academy of Gymnastics Center
Coaches: Randy Jepson / Slava Boiko
School: Penn State University
Year in School: Junior
Years on National Team: 2 (1997-98, 1999-00)
Began Gymnastics: 1984
Favorite Event: All
Hobbies: Beach volleyball, basketball, pool, music, going out with friends



Abboud is the son of George and Janet Abboud. His sister Dawn was a competitive diver in high school, while younger brothers Dan and Chris play baseball, basketball and football. Abboud is currently a Business Management major and his favorite subjects include human biology and theater. He will complete his degree at Penn State in two years. Abboud would like to be a member of the Senior National Team and qualify for the 2001 World Championships Team. He would also like to become a Collegiate All-American. Abboud looks up to his parents because of their incredible support and attitude on life, success and perseverance.

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updated: 31-July-01



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