Eric Futch

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Eric Futch (born April 25, 1993) is a track and field athlete who represents the United States and competes in the 400-meter hurdles.

Competing for the Florida Gators, Futch won the 400 meter hurdles at the 2016 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships. [1]

At the 2012 World Junior Championships in Athletics, Futch won the 400 metres hurdles. [2]

Futch won the 400 meter hurdles at the 2017 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships to qualify for the 2017 World Championships in Athletics. [3]

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References

  1. Dutch, Taylor (April 7, 2017). "Florida's Eric Futch Conquers Fear One Hurdle At A Time". FloTrack. Retrieved June 25, 2017.
  2. "Penn Wood's Futch takes talents to the world stage". Delcotimes.com. July 16, 2012. Retrieved June 25, 2017.
  3. "Canyon native Michael Stigler makes national track team, qualifies for world championships". amarillo.com. November 8, 2014. Retrieved June 25, 2017.