Erica Bilderback
Athlete Bio#
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| Birthplace * |
Barrington, Illinois
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| Current Hometown * |
Huntley, Illinois
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| Height/ Weight |
5'5"/ 106 lbs.
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| Family (only child, brothers/sisters, ect) * |
Only child
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| What age did you start karate? * |
8
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| What style of karate do you do?* |
Shotokan
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| What's your favorite food? * |
Steak
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| What type of music do you listen to? * |
Country/ Pop
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| What is your favorite music group or artist? * |
Maroon 5
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| Do you listen to music before you go it the ring? If so, what kind? * |
Yes, pop/ hip-hop
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| Do you have any pets? What kind? * |
Yes, two beagle mix dogs
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| What is your pets name? * |
Titan and Strider
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| Do you have any hidden talents?* |
Tumbling and I can flip my tongue
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| How many hours a week do you workout in preparation for a major tournament? * |
12-15 hours a week
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| How many times have you made the Junior US Team and in what events? * |
This year is my first time making the Junior US Team. Last year I was an alternate and this year, I made the team for kumite.
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| Who is your favorite superhero? * |
Flash
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| Who is your hero in real life? Why? * |
My hero is my cousin, Autumn. She fought cancer at three years old and she taught me you can fight through anything and never give up.
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| Hobbies * |
Swimming, golf, and running
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| Favorite Quote * |
"Don't quit, suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion." -Muhammad Ali
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| Biggest Win. Why? * |
Winning the semi-final match to get my spot for my first time on the Junior US Team.
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| What do you love about competition? * |
I love the challenge of the sport and the experience you get. It's also cool meeting new friends and traveling to different places you haven't been before.
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| Favorite way to relax? * |
Sitting on the couch watching my favorite shows and playing on my phone. Also, if it's nice outside floating on a raft in the pool.
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| Where do you get your inspiration from? * |
My karate friends/teammates and my sensei because they make it fun and help me prepare for major tournaments.
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