Erica Bilderback

Athlete Bio

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Birthplace *	Barrington, Illinois
Current Hometown *	Huntley, Illinois
Height/ Weight	5'5"/ 106 lbs.
Family (only child, brothers/sisters, ect) *	Only child
What age did you start karate? *	8
What style of karate do you do?*	Shotokan
What's your favorite food? *	Steak
What type of music do you listen to? *	Country/ Pop
What is your favorite music group or artist? *	Maroon 5
Do you listen to music before you go it the ring? If so, what kind? *	Yes, pop/ hip-hop
Do you have any pets? What kind? *	Yes, two beagle mix dogs
What is your pets name? *	Titan and Strider
Do you have any hidden talents?*	Tumbling and I can flip my tongue
How many hours a week do you workout in preparation for a major tournament? *	12-15 hours a week
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.
Who is your favorite superhero? *	Flash
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.
Hobbies *	Swimming, golf, and running
Favorite Quote *	"Don't quit, suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion." -Muhammad Ali
Biggest Win. Why? *	Winning the semi-final match to get my spot for my first time on the Junior US Team.
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.
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.
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.