Erica Scarff (born 16 August 1996) is a Canadian paracanoeist who competes in international level events.[1]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 16 August 1996 |
| Alma mater | Brock University (St. Catharines) |
| Sport | |
| Country |  Canada |
| Sport | Paracanoe |
| Disability | Osteosarcoma survivor |
| Club | Balmy Beach Canoe Club, Toronto, Canada |
| Coached by | Mari Ellery |
She was a former national gymnast before she was diagnosed with osteosarcoma aged twelve after she broke her right leg when she ran into a vault in her gymnastics training session, her leg was amputated soon after the accident. Scarff was a very active person before her diagnosis: she tried swimming, cycling and alpine skiing but chose canoeing. Since her diagnosis, she was inspired by Terry Fox who also has the same cancer as she does.[2][3]
References edit
- ^ "Erica Scarff - ICF Profile". canoeicf.com. 14 May 2020.
- ^ "Erica Scarff - Canadian Paralympic Committee". Canadian Paralympic Committee. 14 May 2020.
- ^ "Paralympics Athlete Profile: Erica Scarff". Brock Press. 27 September 2016.