PERSONAL
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Sean was born and raised in Seattle, WA. He was introduced to climbing by his dad on the granite walls of Index and was instantly hooked. During his teenage years he spent more time climbing than not. Getting outdoors on the weekends and training in the gym during the week became the routine. After spending his formative years cutting his teeth in the Cascades, he now splits time between World Cup Competitions and climbing around the world.
Sean climbs to push the limits of his mind and body. Whether it be a World Cup or a new project he is always looking to find the next level in his climbing progression. A true climber’s climber, Sean has a genuine appreciation for the experience of climbing and the community that exists within the sport.
Competition Highlights: 2021 SLC Bouldering World Cup Gold 2021 Villars Lead World Cup Gold 2021 Chamonix Lead World Cup Gold 2022 Chamonix Lead World Cup Silver 2022 Lead National Champion
Originating from the Southeast, Zach Galla cut his teeth outside on sandstone test pieces and as a part of the internationally known Stone Summit climbing team based in Atlanta, Georgia. Upon entering the senior field of competition, Galla quickly gained experience on the IFSC World Cup circuit competing in 36 international events between 2019 and 2022.
In 2021 Galla moved from his Southeastern home to Salt Lake City, Utah, which allows him the ability to consistently train with the US National Team and work as a routesetter at a local Salt Lake climbing gym, The Front Climbing Club. This relocation also allowed Galla the time to work on and complete The Grand Illusion in nearby Little Cottonwood Canyon. The Grand Illusion carries the exceptionally rare boulder grade of V16 and is widely held as one of the most difficult climbs in the world.
The XIX Pan American Games are scheduled to take place from 20 October to 5 November 2023 in the Chilean capital of Santiago.
As the largest multi-sport event in the Americas, over 6,800 athletes will participate in the Games, competing in 38 different sports. Sport Climbing will make its debut appearance at the Pan American Games in 2023, after a vote by the LVIII General Assembly of Panam Sports secured the sport’s position on the programme.
Olympic Qualification Event
This year the Pan American Games will also serve as an Olympic qualification event for sport climbing. With two (2) qualification spots available for the boulder/lead combined and speed events, the top male and female athletes in each discipline will earn their spot to compete at the 2024 Olympic games in Paris. (unless said top athlete has already qualified, in which case, the next highest placed athlete will receive the qualification)
While one of the US Pan American team members, Emma Hunt, secured her Olympic qualification at the 2023 World Championships earlier this year, the rest of the team will be vying for their chance to secure their spot in Paris. Click on the athlete photos above to learn more about them!
Number of qualifying spots: Speed – 1 Male / 1 Female Boulder/Lead – 1 Male / 1 Female
How to Watch!
The 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago will be streamed live on the PANAM Sports Channel! Fans will be able to watch broadcast coverage of all climbing events free of charge via the PANAM Sports Channel, as well as on the Panam Sports Channel TV and Mobile Apps available on Adroid and iOS.
Check out the event schedule below and set your reminders to tune in!
SCHEDULE (Eastern Time Zone):
Saturday, 21 October: 10:00 Men’s Boulder & Lead semi-final, Boulder round 1:30 Men’s Boulder & Lead semi-final, Lead round 7:00 Women’s Speed qualification 7:50 Women’s Speed final
Sunday, 22 October: 10:00 Women’s Boulder & Lead semi-final, Boulder round 1:30 Women’s Boulder & Lead semi-final, Lead round 7:00 Men’s Speed qualification 7:55 Men’s Speed final
Monday, 23 October: 6:05 Men’s Boulder & Lead final
Tuesday, 24 October: 6:05 Women’s Boulder & Lead final
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