 Ria Ahlers in 1972 | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 20 July 1954 Groningen, Netherlands |
| Height | 1.87 m (6 ft 2 in) |
| Weight | 68 kg (150 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | High jump |
| Club | De Sperwers, Emmen |
Maria "Ria" Ahlers (married Steenpaal) (born 20 July 1954) is a former high jumper from the Netherlands. She competed in the 1972 and 1976 Summer Olympics and finished in 16th and 12th place, respectively. Her personal best was 1.87 m (1976). [1] She was a national champion in 1972, 1972 and 1976.
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