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Recipients of Minnesota have many reasons to look forward to London Olympics in the year 2012. National trials to select athletes who shall represent America in the Olympics will take place soon and preparation is going on in full swing amongst the athletes in Minnesota to make sure the healthy sporting tradition of the city and state remains strong.

Of course, the athletes will be facing tough competition from athletes from other states as well. However, the fact that sports is an integral part of the life of residents of Minnesota makes one hopeful that a sizable chunk of the contingent will be selected from this city. Followers of wrestling, boxing and other such contact sports have a lot to look forward to as athletes from the city are considered top contenders for the few spots available to represent the country in the Olympics.

Other sports where Minnesotans are considered strong contenders include woman’s basketball, track and field events, equestrian events and diving. In all, there are very few sporting areas or avenues that have been left untouched by the sports conscious citizens of the state. One advantage that athletes from the city enjoy over others is that they can interact with those who have already enjoyed the distinction of representing America at the Olympics.

The volleyball team is seen as a strong contender because an Olympic gold medalist is coaching it. Of course, it is important to enhance not only the city’s reputation for being a sporting giant but also that it is strictly against use of drugs and other such substances in sports.