Olivia Grant
Biography
Club:
Kan Zen Kai
Languages spoken:
English, some Russian and some Farsi
Idols (in sport or other):
Georges St-Pierre
Favourite activities outside of sport:
Photography, Wildlife, my pets
Senior national athlete since:
2009
College/ University (year graduated):
York University
Focus of studies:
Psychology
Favourite quote / motto:
You’ve got the temporary pain of discipline or the long term pain of regret.
National titles (include event, year):
CANADIAN NATIONAL KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
– 2004 GOLD Medallist (Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA)
– 2005 GOLD & BRONZE Medallist (Halifax, Nova Scotia, CANADA)
– 2006 GOLD & SILVER Medallist (St. John’s, Newfoundland, CANADA)
– 2007 2X GOLD Medallist (Richmond, British Columbia, CANADA)
– 2008 3X GOLD Medallist & BRONZE Medalist (Saint John, New Brunswick, CANADA)
– 2009 2X GOLD Medallist & BRONZE Medalist (Calgary, Alberta, CANADA)
– 2010 SILVER Medallist & 2X BRONZE Medalist (Toronto, Ontario, CANADA)
World Championship appearances – Best results by year:
Jr. Worlds 2005
Sr. Worlds 2010
Major awards (ex. CDN Player of Year, Hall of Fame inductee):
Sportsmanship Award
Carmen Forgione & Ron Tkacz Memorial Cup