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The most harrowing tales are hidden behind the glamor of a career. Lolo Jones, winner of both USA championships and the World Champion in hurdles is able to reach her present position with a lot struggle and an immense amount of perseverance. She was the only child of a single mom within a household of five kids, Jones had a difficult and difficult childhood. Her mom lived in the roads and in the cellar of the local church at one point. Jones was required to go to a new high school each year because of her nomadic background. Jones who was interested in athletics during her time at Theodore Roosevelt High School, stayed far from her mother to explore her interest. She stayed in four residences during her time at high school, so she could complete her studies in the same place. Jones as a cellist in the school's orchestra as well as winner of Gatorade Iowa track and field athlete of the year award earned her an award called the Gatorade Iowa Athlete Award towards the end of high s