Erin Hamlin

About

Became the first female American luger to win a medal of any kind at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics when she finished third in the Singles event.

Before Fame

Her professional luge career began in 2005.

Trivia

Her first major victory was a gold medal in the women's singles event at the 2009 Lake Placid World Championships.

Family Life

Home ice advantage probably helped her win the 2009 World Championships as she had a home in Lake Placid.

Associated With

She is an Olympic medalist like hockey player Patrick Kane.