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Zaylin Pinto

Athlete Bio#

Nickname 
The Predator
Twitter Name 
Birthplace
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Greenville, SC
Current Hometown *
Greenville, SC
Height/ Weight 
5' 2"/87 lb.
Family (only child, brothers/sisters, ect) *
2 brothers, 1 sister
What age did you start karate?
*
11
What style of karate do you do? *
Wado Ryu
What's your favorite food? *
Spaghetti 
What type of music do you listen to? *
Rap
What is your favorite music group or artist? *
Lil Wayne
Do you listen to music before you go it the ring? If so, what kind? *
No
Do you have any pets? What kind?  *
No
What is your pets name?
*
N/A
Do you have any hidden talents? *
Drawing, football, basketball
How many hours a week do you workout in preparation for a major tournament?
*
10 1/2
How many times have you made the Junior US Team and in what events? *
This is my first time.
Who is your favorite superhero?
*
Wolverine
Who is your hero in real life? Why? *
My Uncle Valy because he saved me from drowning when I was little.
Hobbies
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Sports, drawing
Favorite Quote *
"I'll be back."
Biggest Win. Why? *
This year's nationals because it was my first tournament competing in the elite division. Also, because I accomplished one of my main goals: making the Junior Team.
What do you love about competition? *
Being able to go home a winner.
Favorite way to relax? *
Sit on the couch with a bowl of ice cream and watch a movie.
Where do you get your inspiration from? *
From my cousin Mekko and my senseis.