Photos: Tucson swimmer Liberty Freeman
- Updated
Champion swimmer ten-year-old Liberty Freeman does it all standing on one leg, July 9, 2015
Liberty Freeman dives in over a few of her teammates during a Marana Marlins practice session at the Marana Public Pool at Ora Mae Harn Park. Freeman was born with only one lower leg bone and no knee on her left leg, which was surgically removed shortly after she was adopted and brought to the U.S. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
Liberty Freeman, center in green cap, lines up with the rest of the team as they go through their wrap-up exercise during practice at Ora Mae Harn Park. Despite having one leg, Freeman more than keeps up with those in her group. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
Liberty Freeman dives in over a few of her teammates during a Marana Marlins practice session at the Marana Public Pool at Ora Mae Harn Park. Freeman was born with only one lower leg bone and no knee on her left leg, which was surgically removed shortly after she was adopted and brought to the U.S. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
Liberty Freeman, left, stretches out with the Marana Marlins and her brother Benjamin and sister Abby before diving in for a practice session at the Marana Public Pool. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
Liberty Freeman keeps hydrated while running through the team's drills. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
Liberty Freeman talks with one of the Marana Marlins coaches while catching her breath between workouts. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
Liberty Freeman reaches for the wall while working out on practice laps at the Marana Public Pool. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
Liberty Freeman, center in green cap, lines up with the rest of the team as they go through their wrap-up exercise during practice at Ora Mae Harn Park. Despite having one leg, Freeman more than keeps up with those in her group. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
As a post practice treat, the team, and Liberty Freeman, are allowed to take a few jumps off the diving board. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
Liberty Freeman waves goodbye to a teammate as the pool empties out following Marana Marlins practice. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
- Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star
View this profile on Instagram#ThisIsTucson π΅ (@this_is_tucson) β’ Instagram photos and videos
Most viewed stories
-
This new restaurant is coming soon, bringing Southern favorites to Tucson
-
60 fun events happening in Tucson this weekend Sept. 19-22 π₯¨
-
This nameless taco stand makes delicious al pastor tacos straight from the trompo
-
The iconic Barbie truck is returning to Tucson with exclusive merch π
-
60 fun events happening in Tucson this weekend Sept. 12-15 πΌπ¬
-
100 fun events happening in Tucson this September 2024 π»πΆ
-
At 6 months old, Tucson's baby elephant has made her way into the big girl pool
-
35 FREE events happening in Tucson this September 2024 πΈ
-
Where should I eat in Tucson? A GIANT list of bucket list spots for every craving
-
We're hosting a bookish happy hour with author meet-and-greets and a scavenger hunt π