Sophia Foresta

"In 2018, I hope to podium at as many USABMX national events as I can and continue to improve on SX tracks. I also hope to achieve these racing goals and keep up a high GPA in college. I look forward to growth in all areas of my life and being the best athlete and student that I can be"

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

2013

USAC Dual Slalom National Champion Undefeated at USABMX national events for the entire year
NAG 5 Challenge – Youngest competitor in the final. Was sitting in 2nd until an impromptu move took me out of the running.

2012

USABMX National Age Group Champion
USABMX National #1 Girl Overall (First female GT athlete to earn the title)

RIDER SPOTLIGHT

Q-What is it that you love about BMX racing?
A-The competition. There is nothing like gating up with 7 other fast woman and seeing what are you made of.

Q-What’s your favorite bike to ride that’s not a BMX?
A-I really like jumping on my brother’s Distortion and taking runs down a dual slalom course or bike park.

Q-What’s your favorite thing to do when you are not riding a bike?
A-Working out and going to the gym. I am bit of a gym rat. I also have recently started going indoor bouldering and am really enjoying that.

Q-Who do you enjoy spending your time with and why?
A-My family…They are my best friends and so much fun to be around.

Q-What’s been your favorite race or event?
A-The USABMX Grands in Tulsa! It is always so much fun!

Q-Tell us about your worst crash.
A-When I was 15 I tried to jump the triple going into the rst turn at my local track and went straight to my shoulder and head. (Concussion and Broken Collarbone)

Q-Which riders inspire you?
A-There are so many great woman riders today, that it is hard to choose just one. I am just very grateful I get to compete and learn from all the USA Elite woman riders.

Q-How did you end up learning sign language and how are you using it now?
A-I decided to take ASL in high school after teaching a group of deaf riders in a BMX clinic. I have been hooked ever since, and as a result, I have made many new friends. It is really a great experience to be able to communicate with them and share my love of BMX and biking.

Q-What are you currently studying, and wat is your goal for after college?
A-Business Management major and Deaf studies as a minor.

Q-What’s the biggest bmx related goal you are working towards right now?
A-I have my eyes on becoming one of the top Elite BMX woman in the USA and someday competing in the Olympics.