Erison Hurtault

Who is Erison Hurtault?

Erison Hurtault is an American sprinter who has represented Dominica in international events. He specializes in the 400 metres.

He grew up in Aberdeen Township, New Jersey, where he attended Matawan Regional High School. He graduated from Columbia University. One of the most decorated athletes in recent Columbia University history and a 2012 Athletics Hall of Fame inductee, Hurtault dominated the 400m during his career at Columbia, winning each time he ran the race on the indoor and outdoor oval. He competed in the Olympic 400 metres event.

Hurtault served as the flag bearer for Dominica, the home nation of his parents, in the Parade of Nations during the Opening Ceremonies of the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London. In the Men's 400m event, he finished with a seasonal best time 46.05 even though he was eliminated in the first round.

His personal best time is 45.40 seconds, achieved in June 2007 in Sacramento