Erin Hamlin is one of 14 nominees for the 80th annual Sullivan Award. Nominees include athletes who won titles in sports from luge world championships to NCAA basketball to track and field titles.

The AAU Sullivan Award honors the outstanding amateur athlete in the USA.  Presented annually since 1930, the Sullivan also is based on leadership, character, sportsmanship and the ideals of amateurism.

The winner will be announced April 14 in New York. Voting is open through March 31.

VOTE HERE: Click to cast a ballot.   

Erin Hamlin of Remsen, N.Y., won the 2009 World Championship in women’s luge, breaking Germany’s 16-year winning streak as she became the first U.S. woman to ever medal at the Luge World Championships. This marked the first time in 99 races that a German woman was not the top finisher.

Erin’s World Championship win over the German’s in 2009 was a momentous milestone on her journey to success.  In that same year, Erin also won her second consecutive U.S. National Championship (she has since won a third in 2010).

Also in 2009, Erin was named the USA Luge “Female Athlete of the Year” and United States Olympic Committee (USOC) Athlete of the Month (February).

Erin is not only a champion on the track, but off the ice as well.  Erin takes great pride in giving back to others and maintaining close ties with community relations.  Whether she is speaking to groups to share her experience and encourage others, lending a helping hand or serving as a role model, Erin’s accomplishments and character are an inspiration to all.

MORE INFO: Detailed athlete bios at aausullivan.org.

Also visit: www.usaluge.org

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