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Lindsey Van
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Lindsey Van doesn't have the same opportunities as Lindsey Vonn.
American ski jumper Lindsey Van is a dominant force in her sport, but her skills will not be showcased in the 2010 Winter Games. Ski jumping is one of the few sports that does not include female competitors. Without Olympic prospects, she has lost sponsorship opportunities and the ability to fulfill her lifelong dream as a gold-medal Olympic ski jumper. David Amber reports on Van's decade-long struggle and the future of her improbable dream. Preview Video | Amber Q&A;

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