USA Judo

Leilani Akiyama

LEILANI AKIYAMA

WEIGHT CLASS:  63KG

WORLD RANK:  #50

CLUB:  OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER / NYAC

HOMETOWN:  ESCONDIDO, CA

AGE:  30

 

WHAT KIND OF IMPACT HAVE THE COACHES MADE ON YOUR TRAINING LEADING TO THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS?
My coaches have made a huge impact! They know me and my judo so well. They know my strength and weaknesses, so they know exactly what I need to work on.

WHAT IS YOUR GO-TO MEAL OR POWER SNACK PRE-COMPETITION?
Before competition, I have eggs, coffee, and come kind of bread with peanut butter.

WHO IS THE FIRST PERSON YOU CALL WHEN YOU WIN A MEDAL?
My mom. She has been my biggest fan and support. She believes in me in everything I do, so being able to share with her that I did well means everything.

 

 

 

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