Olivia Karas
Birthdate: 4/30/1997
Program: Women's Artistic
Level: Senior
Current Residence: Chicago, IL
Head Coach: Irina Kudina
Other Coaches: Ievgenii and Olesia Bogonosiuk
Personal Information
Nickname: Liv
Birthplace: Chicago, IL
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Twitter: @lil_livkay
Instagram: Instagram.com/livvkarass
Name of High School: The Latin School of Chicago
High School Graduation Year: 2015
Name of College: Michigan
Year you began gymnastics: 1999
Favorite Event: Floor
How did you get involved in gymnastics: My mom took me mommy and me classes and eventually regular classes. My coach spotted me while I was in a class and she asked me to be on her team and things just went from there.
Favorite thing about gymnastics: Definitely competing. I love the excitement and adrenaline that I get when I compete.
What are your goals for gymnastics?: Making Nationals this year and staying injury free!
Names of parents/guardians/spouse: Ellen Karas, Jim Karas
Names of sibling(s): Evan Karas
Family members in sports: My brother runs track, plays basketball, and soccer!
Interests Outside the Gym
Favorite school subject: English
Hobbies or favorite activities: Photography and hanging out with my friends
Favorite music: Imagine Dragons
Favorite book(s): The Great Gatsby Tales of the Jazz Age
Favorite movie(s): Love Actually
Favorite TV show(s): Gossip Girl, 90210
Favorite Food: Sushi
National Competition Results
International Competition Results