Personal information | |
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Nationality | American |
Born | Spokane, Washington | January 17, 1991
Height | 5 ft 6 in (168 cm) |
Weight | 123 lb (56 kg) |
Sport | |
Country | United States |
Sport | Sports shooting |
Event(s) | STR3X20 |
College team | Ohio State Buckeyes |
Medal record |
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Furrer was also an alternate at the 2008 Summer Olympics.
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