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My Take
Keena Rothhammer deserves far more recognition than she gets today. An Olympic champion who held world records in two events, she belongs to that pioneering generation of American swimmers who redefined what was possible in the pool. Her induction into the International Swimming Hall of Fame is the kind of honor that outlasts any record, because records fall but legacy endures. I'm always drawn to athletes who quietly dominate their discipline through relentless, unglamorous training. Rothhammer represents an era of grit and ambition, and I think her story deserves to be retold for a new audience that never saw her swim.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Keena Rothhammer
- Name (Japanese)
- キーナ・ロスハマー
- Reading
- きーな・ろすはまー
- Born
- February 26, 1957 (age 69)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Pisces / Rooster
- Origin
- Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
- Height
- 2 cm
- Occupation
- swimmer
2. Background
- University
- University of Southern California
Awards & achievements
- International Swimming Hall of Fame
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Keena Rothhammer born?
Born February 26, 1957 (age 69).
Where is Keena Rothhammer from?
Keena Rothhammer is from Little Rock, Arkansas, United States.
What does Keena Rothhammer do?
Keena Rothhammer works as swimmer.
How tall is Keena Rothhammer?
Keena Rothhammer is 2 cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.