Erika Blecha Class: Junior Hometown: Arroyo Grande, CA High School: Arroyo Grande HS Height / Weight: 5-11 / 213 Birthdate: 10/30/1987

California: 2006 (Freshman) Rowed in the Freshman 8 that took third place at the 2006 Pac-10 Championships.

Personal: Intended anthropology major... hobbies include scuba diving, traveling, and beach volleyball... parents are Sally Krenn and Jim Blecha... has a sister, Kristin... born Oct. 30, 1987, in San Luis Obispo, Calif.

The best part about being on Cal Crew is: Being surrounded by so many intensely, dedicated people. We all want to win and will do anything it takes to achieve this goal.
The best part of the University is: The amount of amazing opportunities given to students so that they can excel.
My greatest achievement/finest moment was: When we are all together preparing for races. I always get so excited because I know that everyone else is excited as well.