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Scott Dickens

b. 1984

Canadian swimmer, Olympic athlete, Pan American Games gold medallist

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About Scott Dickens

Born 1984. Scott Dickens is a Canadian swimmer.

Andrew Scott Dickens (born August 4, 1984) is a former competitive swimmer from Canada, who mostly competes in the breaststroke events. He claimed two medals at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Dickens won his first national title at the 2004 Canadian Olympic Trials, earning his first trip to the Olympic Games where he finished 19th in the 100-metre breaststroke.

Dickens finished 8th in the semifinal heat and 16th overall in the 100-metre breaststroke at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. Dickens was feeling sick during his semifinal race, with a running nose the morning of the race. He also finished in 16th in the 200-metre breaststroke, and was part of the Canadian team that finishing in 8th place in the men's 4 x 100 medley relay.

On October 23, 2013, Dickens announced he was retiring from swimming after ten years with the national team.

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University of British Columbia Vancouver, Simon Fraser University
Also known as
Andrew Scott Dickens

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Scott Dickens?

Canadian swimmer, Olympic athlete, Pan American Games gold medallist

When was Scott Dickens born?

Scott Dickens was born on 4 August 1984 in Burlington.

What is Scott Dickens's occupation?

Scott Dickens is a swimmer.

What nationality is Scott Dickens?

Scott Dickens is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Scott Dickens

· Wikidata: Q7436238

· DBpedia: Scott Dickens

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