Behind the Headlines: Saskatoon mother and daughter experiencing Paris Olympics together

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For Saskatoon diving coach Mary Carroll, the Paris Olympics will be a very special event. While Mary is there as a coach, her 21-year-old daughter Sydney will be serving as an alternate for Canada's artistic swimming team. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing reports.
30 Jul English Canada News

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