Early Life and Gymnastics Beginnings Born: March 9, 2003, in St. Paul, Minnesota Family Background: Hmong American heritage; mother, Yeev Thoj, a refugee from Laos. Raised by John Lee, whom she considers her father. Early Interest: Began gymnastics training at age six at Midwest Gymnastics Center. Her father built a balance beam in their backyard to encourage her passion. Rapid Progression: Quickly advanced through the levels, qualifying for the elite program by age eleven (2014). Rise to Prominence and Olympic Success 2019 Breakthrough: Competed in her first senior USA Gymnasti…