Ellie Black
Ellie Black is a Canadian gymnast known for her perseverance and achievements in the sport.
Gymnast
September 8, 1995
Virgo
29
Halifax, Canada
Ellie Black, a Canadian gymnast, has made significant contributions to her sport. She became eligible for senior international competition in 2011 but faced setbacks due to injuries. In 2012, she made her senior debut at Elite Canada, finishing ninth in the all-around event. Her perseverance and dedication led her to win a silver medal in the vault at the 2017 World Championships, making her the first Canadian woman to achieve this accomplishment. She has also earned multiple medals at the Pan American and Commonwealth Games.
In 2019, Black was named Canada’s Athlete of the Year and was inducted into the Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame in 2021. She is actively involved in community and philanthropic efforts. At the 2020 American Cup, she placed fifth in the all-around event. Despite an ankle injury during the 2020 Stuttgart World Championships, Black showed her resilience by competing in the balance beam final at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where she finished fourth. As one of Canada’s most beloved athletes, Ellie Black continues to inspire.