MCHS: 1996, 2000 Olympian Cliff Meidl

by Robb Fulcher Editor’s note: Mira Costa graduate Cliff Meidl (Class of ‘84) competed in kayaking in the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta and in the 2000 Olympics in Sydney. He was selected by his fellow American Olympians to carry the American Flag during the opening ceremonies. In an interview this week, he credited his younger brother Norman for motivating him to “use the tools you have,” and the Lanakila Outrigger Canoe Club for giving him the opportunity to resume competition after his