Ace was born and raised in the Hampton Virginia and is a graduate of Bethel High school. She received a track scholarship to the University of Pittsburgh. While there she competed in the shot put, hammer, discuss, and weight throwing events. By the time she graduated, she had become a 2 time NCAA All- American, Big East Record holder in the shot put, and held all the throwing records at the University of Pittsburgh. Amanda got she nickname "Ace" ... Show more