Earned a mechanical engineering degree from the United States Naval Academy while preparing for his service as a Marine Corps Infantry Officer
Deployed three times as a Marine and on his final tour, an incredible experience in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, was wounded after stepping on an improvised explosive device (IED)
Suffered the amputation of his right leg below the knee, a life-changing opportunity that began his next journey.
Made a promise to himself to complete an IRONMAN triathlon
Made his debut on the World Triathlon elite paratriathlon circuit in 2019, and represented the United States at the Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020, where he placed sixth in the PTS4 sport division
When not training, racing and delivering inspiration, Eric can be found with his wife, Rachel, and three children.

Most recent: 2023 – 8th (Team Relay - Open), 9th (PTS4 - Men)
Years of participation: PTS4 - Men 2021, 2022, 2023; Team Relay - Open 2022, 2023
Top finish: 6th – 2021 (PTS4 - Men)

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