World-class athlete Dennis Ogbe is no stranger to hard work and dedication. Balancing a full-time job, a wife, small child, and a full time training schedule, Dennis somehow finds time to excel in every aspect of his life. He is the top ranked American and U.S. champion in both shot put and discus classifications, and…
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Meet Dennis
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Dear Friends, Thank you for visiting my website! I’m completely aware of the fact that I wouldn’t have reached this point if my family, friends, teachers, and colleagues didn’t focus on my abilities instead of my disabilities. Your confidence in me was the evidence that I needed to see the ability in my disability. Thank…
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Dennis in Courier Journal
Man of Steel Dennis Ogbe has a Heart of Gold By: C. Ray Hall Dennis Ogbe’s wife, Dyan, calls him “Superman.” This is not just because Ogbe is probably Kentucky’s best hope in the Paralympic World Championships in New Zealand in January. It’s not just because he worked five jobs – from baby-sitting to telling…
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Dennis Covered by Miami Herald
Paralympics Athlete Living American Dream By Jim Varsallone What a year it already has been for track and field athlete Dennis Ogbe. In February, the native Nigerian lived a dream by becoming a U.S. citizen. One week later, his dream of competing in U.S. Paralympics came true when Ogbe entered qualifiers for Team USA. Even…
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