An artist and a gymnast!
Charlie Lakes was an elegant gymnast. He was also an artist in other areas, and it showed in his gymnastics performances!
HIGHLIGHTS:
– Member of the 1988 U.S. Olympic Team
– USA National Champion, Floor Exercise (1988)
– Two-time World Championship Team Member
– NCAA High Bar Champion (1984)
– Inducted into the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame (2003)
Read all about the highlights of Charles’s career here.
Watch a video clip of Charles competing on the high bar at the 1988 Olympics.