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Barbara Marie Brown (born July 21, 1953 in Denver, Colorado) is an American former figure skater. She competed in pairs with partner Doug Berndt. The duo twice won the bronze medal at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships and competed in the 1972 Winter Olympics.
(pairs with Doug Berndt)
| Event | 1970 | 1971 | 1972 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Olympic Games | 12th | ||
| World Championships | 11th | 14th | |
| U.S. Championships | 1st J. | 3rd | 3rd |
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