More News

ACHIEVERS: Erickson headed Tokyo for fourth time

By Staff Report, posted 3 years ago
Heather Erickson will compete as an Olympian for the fourth time, this time in Tokyo with Team USA in the Paralympics Games. (Photo published with permission from USA Volleyball.)
 

Heather Erickson is a member of Team USA’s Women’s Sitting Volleyball team that will compete in the Tokyo Paralympics in August.

Erickson, who grew up in Fayetteville, graduated from Jack Britt High School in 2011.

According to Erickson’s biography on the Team USA website, she gives credit to her success to her family, particularly a sister, Stephanie.

“She helps me with everything, including volleyball skills and life issues,” Erickson stated.

Erickson had her right leg amputated when she was 8 years old. She went on to play volleyball in high school, and has been on the national team since she was 14.

The coming Olympic Games will mark her fourth appearance on the Olympic stage. At 28 years old, Erickson has one gold and two silver medals to her name thus far. She also is a three-time USA Volleyball Female Sitting Player of the Year, according to information provided by Team USA .

“I enjoyed growing up in Fayetteville,” she said. “I met many good, influential people who allowed me to pursue volleyball and supported my decision to concentrate on the sport at an international level,” Erickson said.

Ico insights

INSIGHTS

SPONSORS' CONTENT

In The Current Issue

Wrapping up nicely: Major construction finishes up on new R & R Brewing location coming soon to downtown Clinton

The building began as an empty shell and after major construction and renovations, the first floor is almost ready for guests. Photo by GFBJ.It has been a busy two years at 104 Fayetteville St. in downtown Clinton for R & R Brewing. Sin


Rich in memories: Rich Farm & Venue offers affordable space with modern amenities for customers to reserve for their special celebrations

Rich Farm & Venue is a 37-acre space with amenities suitable for any occasion such as weddings, birthday parties and more. Photos provided by Rich Farm & Venue. Rich Farm & Venue in the town of Roseboro combines affordable prices and


A novel concept: New bookstore and wine bar coming to downtown Fayetteville

Kellie Artis is the owner of Bound & Vine, a soon-to-open independent bookstore and wine bar. Photo by GFBJ. Bookworms and wine lovers are in for a treat as downtown’s newest tenant prepares to open later this year. Kellie Artis is the