Oh god, I feel like such an idiot having to continuously defend the Lopezs of all people.
Jean Lopez won silver in the 1995 world championships and gold at the 1994 Pan Am games.
And competition back then not like it is today? Sure, the competition level is always increasing, and looking back on 15 or 20 years ago some of it looks silly. But I don't understand why you choose to downplay the success of Jean Lopez. I see Jimmy Kim and Arlene Limas brought up around her all the time, and each time nothing but respect and admiration for their accomplishments is given, and not once have I ever heard anyone say, "Yea, well back when Arlene won at the Olympics the competition wasn't what it is today"
Seriously man. . . What is with you guys and your efforts to downplay others success simply because you have personal issues with them?