Name: Erika Voyzey

Sport: Track and Field

Grade: 12

Accomplishments: 

Erika finished third in the nation at the recent New Balance Nationals indoor track and field championships in New York City with a personal best and school record jump.

Coach Chris Shedd’s quote:

“Erika has struggled with some injuries throughout much of the past year and now I think she is finally fully healthy. She has been working extremely hard, even doing what she could while injured, and she has earned every award, medal, and personal best performance she has achieved. She is the epitome of a top-notch performer and I am thrilled for her with this most recent milestone.”

Eagle Eye: How did you first get involved in this sport? 

Erika: We used to have track and field days in grade school, and I loved them. When I entered middle school, I decided to join junior high track and field. The rest is history. 

EE: What other sport(s) do you play?

Erika: I recently got involved in Tennis.

EE: Favorite professional sports team? 

Erika: USA Olympic Track and Field Team

EE: Favorite professional athlete? 

Erika: Chaunte Lowe

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

Erika: I don’t have a hero.

EE: Favorite food?

Erika: My favorite food is either spaghetti or chicken. 

EE: What advice would you give to younger athletes? 

Erika: Fall in love with the process. You’re not going to have a game or meet every day. 98 percent of your time is at practice. Learn to love it, and you’ll always succeed. 

EE: What are your future goals?

Erika: I plan to attend college to get a degree in Aerospace Engineering while competing on that school’s track team. After that, I hope to compete in the Olympic Trials and one day be in the Olympics.