Biography

Born and raised in a beautiful historical city and capital of Ukraine, Kiev.
Moved to the US in 2005
Finished Baruch College, one of the best business schools on the East Coast, with BBA in Accounting; competed for the college swimming team.
First visit to Hawaii in 2007 - fell in love with its beautiful nature and perfect climate.
Relocated from New York to Honolulu in 2010.


2011:
- Awarded Endurance Honorable Triathlete of the year by Hawaii Sport Magazine & All-American title by USA Triathlon
- Gold Medal at the US Sprint National Championship in Burlington, Vermont
- Appointed to Team USA
- Qualified for the 2012 ITU World Championship in New Zealand


2012:
- Bronze Medal from the World Championship back to my Home, Hawaii.
Being passionate about training and racing in triathlon as well as doing accounting, I always strive to be a good role model and inspiration for others.

Q: How did I get into triathlon?
A: I used to do marine pentathlon professionally back in Ukraine before I tried racing in triathlon. I had quite a few national awards and achievements in pentathlon but it was not until I met my coach Eduard Panarin that I tried my strength in triathlon; since my first training sessions I fell in love with riding bikes and ultimately Triathlon. I gained endurance fast, had consistent results, potential and inspiration.




Q: Biggest achievements to date
A: Bronze Medalist at 2012 ITU Sprint World Championship, Grand Final and Gold Medalist at 2011 U.S. Sprint National Championship
Winner at 2013 Great Aloha Run



Q: What is my ultimate sporting goal?
A: To reach my highest potential as an athlete and person.




Q: Career goals in sport?
A: To eventually coach, and become a race director

Q: Favourite swim:
A: Heated pool in YWCA




Q: Favorite ride:
A: From Waikiki to the North Shore along the coast





Q: Favorite run:
A: Central Park, New York, Makiki Trails, DiamondHead loop