| Medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Men's canoe slalom | ||
Representing  United States | ||
| World Championships | ||
 | 1987 Bourg St.-Maurice | C-1 team |
 | 1987 Bourg St.-Maurice | C-1 |
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Bruce is currently married with two daughters and owns an outdoor adventure company called Zoar Outdoor in Western Massachusetts.
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