Brady Ellison

American archer and Olympic competitor

Brady Ellison - American archer and Olympic competitor
Born

October 27th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Competed in archery at an elite level. Achieved numerous accolades including multiple World Archery Championships and three Olympic medals. Participated in the 2008, 2012, and 2020 Olympic Games, demonstrating consistent performances across international competitions. Played a significant role in advancing American archery through competitive success and mentorship for younger athletes.

Won three Olympic medals: team silver in 2012, individual bronze in 2020

Secured multiple gold medals at World Archery Championships

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