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Erin Hamlin's Blog
For the next four weeks, Erin Hamlin will be keeping us updated on her latest happenings as she makes her way to the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
Latest Last Runs of the Season
3/31/2009
Hi everyone! As March comes to an end sliding is slowly doing the same. This past week we had a few good sessions however spring is definitely here now. Sunny… Read More
Tony Benshoof's Blog
For the next four weeks, Tony Benshoof will be keeping us updated on his latest happenings as he makes his way to the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
Latest Travel Woes
Travel is a necessary part of any Luge athlete's life. We spend 6 months every year doing it. With that said, I hate it. I hate planes, rental cars, security… Read More
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Introduction
March 6, 2009
My name is Erin Hamlin. I am a member of the U.S. National Luge Team and 2006 Olympian. I recently became the first American woman to win World Championships in luge and the first non-German in 16 years.
I have competed at the senior level for…
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We really do go that fast.
March 5, 2009
Luge. It is a sport that bewilders so many people, and yet it has consumed nearly two-thirds of my life. Don’t forget I am old (as many of my teammates are so quick to point out)! However, the reason I’ve spent so much time doing it is because, well, I…
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The luge season has officially come to a close!
March 14, 2009
OK, not completely. We still have the opportunity to slide until the end of April, but with all of our competitions over, it feels like we are done.
After two weeks of early, cold mornings, it was a wonderful feeling not setting the alarm last night.…
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Spring is finally here.
March 22, 2009
And it actually felt like it for a few days! Even though temperatures hit 50 degrees, we still have a track, so sliding continues...
They are able to keep the…
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Last Runs of the Season
3/31/2009
Hi everyone! As March comes to an end sliding is slowly doing the same. This past week we had a few good sessions however spring is definitely here now. Sunny and near 60 degrees has been the trend, which feels great! The track has been holding up though and… Read More
Back to training
March 31, 2009
Today marks the day that I am officially getting back into training for the upcoming 2010 Olympics. I set aside the entire month of March to basically do nothing but enjoy myself and relax after a long and tumultuous season. That rest is… Read More
US Nationals
March 14, 2009
Today was a great day and a huge weight off my shoulders because I won US Nationals! It has been 2 years since I have held the title and it feels great! Over the course of my career, I have had the privilege of being named National Champion 7… Read More
On the sled again...
April 13, 2009
Ok, I admit It...I hate the cold. So why did I submerge myself in 35 degree water for a few measly photos and bragging rights? Ha! Well, I suppose it was because I wanted to have a few measly photos and bragging… Read More
The Long Drive
It's finally time to hit the road! I’m all packed and ready to make the 1200-mile drive out to Lake Placid’s Olympic Training Center. Not only does it house hundreds of Olympic athletes from all different sports, it is the home of the USA Luge headquarters and… Read More
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