Elena Hight facts for kids
Hight in June 2009
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| Born | August 17, 1989 [[Kauaʻi, Hawaii]], U.S. |
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| Height | 1.55 m (5 ft 1 in) (2010) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 115 pounds (52 kg) (2010) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Website | elenahight.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Country |  United States |
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| Sport | snowboarding | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Event(s) | halfpipe | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Turned pro | 2002 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Olympic finals | 2006 Winter Olympics 6th ladies' halfpipe 2010 Winter Olympics 10th ladies' halfpipe |
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Elena Hight (born August 17, 1989, in [[Kauaʻi]], Hawaii) is an American Olympic snowboarder. She is famous for her skills in the halfpipe event. Elena has competed in the Winter Olympics and won many medals at major snowboarding contests like the X Games. She is also known for being the first woman to land a very difficult trick in competition.
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Elena Hight's Snowboarding Journey
Elena Hight started snowboarding at a young age. She quickly became one of the top athletes in the sport. Her main event is the halfpipe. In halfpipe snowboarding, athletes ride down a U-shaped ramp made of snow. They perform aerial tricks as they go from one side to the other. Judges score them on height, difficulty, and style.
Making History with Tricks
Elena Hight is a true pioneer in women's snowboarding. She pushed the limits of what was possible. In May 2012, she achieved something amazing. While training, she became the first snowboarder to land a "double backside alley-oop rodeo" in a halfpipe competition. This was a huge step forward for the sport.
The Double Backside Alley-Oop Rodeo
This trick is very complex and requires incredible skill. It involves two flips and a spin while going backwards. Elena performed it perfectly. On January 26, 2013, she landed this same trick again. This time, it was during the Winter X Games XVII competition. This made her the first snowboarder to land it in such a big event. It showed her dedication and bravery.
Olympic Appearances
Elena Hight has represented the United States in the Winter Olympics. She competed in the ladies' halfpipe event.
- 2006 Winter Olympics: Elena finished in 6th place. This was a great achievement for a young athlete.
- 2010 Winter Olympics: She competed again and placed 10th. Competing in the Olympics is a dream for many athletes. Elena did it twice.
X Games and Dew Tour Success
Beyond the Olympics, Elena Hight has had a very successful career. She has won many medals at the Winter X Games and the Winter Dew Tour. These are some of the biggest competitions in action sports.
- Winter X Games: Elena won a gold medal at the Winter X Games XXI in Aspen in 2017. She also earned two silver medals in 2012 and 2013. She has also won bronze medals in 2007 and 2011.
- Winter Dew Tour: She won three bronze medals during the 2008-2009 Winter Dew Tour season. These wins show her consistent performance at the top level.
Elena Hight's career shows her passion for snowboarding. She has inspired many young athletes. She continues to be a respected figure in the world of action sports.
See also
In Spanish: Elena Hight para niños
