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Emily Benenson (born 1957) is an American figure skater. [1] She competed in pairs with partner Johnny Johns, and the duo won a bronze medal at the 1973 U.S. Figure Skating Championships. After their partnership ended, she paired with Jack Courtney.
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Emily Benenson (born 1957) is an American figure skater. [1] She competed in pairs with partner Johnny Johns, and the duo won a bronze medal at the 1973 U.S. Figure Skating Championships. After their partnership ended, she paired with Jack Courtney.
(with Courtney)
| Event | 1975 | 1976 |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Championships | 3rd | 3rd |
(with Johns)
| Event | 1973 |
|---|---|
| U.S. Championships | 3rd |
1973
1975
1976
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