Clarissa Chun - 2008 United States Olympian

My name is Clarissa Chun. I recently made the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team for womens wrestling in the 48 kilogram weight class. Earning a spot on the U.S. Olympic Team has meant more to me than anything else. I couldn’t have done it without the support of my family, friends, and especially my coaches. They have truly helped me get to the top by believing in my potential to acheive my dreams in wrestling.

I am of half Chinese, half Japanese decent. Therefore, this Olympic season in Beijing is very special to my family as well as myself. It would be very nice to be able to bring my family to where our ancestors came from and would definitely bring this journey full circle for all of them.

Tori Adams, a teammate and good friend of mine has been a great moral supporter during my wrestling career. Keith Wilson, my wrestling coach and Drew Lawrence, my strength and conditioning coach have been by my side to help me train to obtain my dream: to become an Olympian. I would like to put all the years of hard work and training together to compete at my best on August 16th. Therefore, being able to have my wrestling coach with me at the biggest stage in my wrestling career would make it complete for both of us.

It would mean a lot to me to be able to have my support system with me in Beijing as I compete in the Olympics. I humbly ask for your support. Thank you very much.

Sincerely,

Clarissa Chun
2008 US Olympian
48 kg Womens Wrestling