Nick Hanson supports young Alaskan athletes in American Ninja Warrior
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
BaseballOn NBC's 'American Ninja Warrior', Wasilla teen Talus Bunch's debut showcased his growth as an athlete, competing alongside his mentor, Nick Hanson. The 15-year-old's participation inspired by Hanson, an 11-year veteran known as the 'Eskimo Ninja', highlights Hanson’s efforts to engage more Alaskans in the competition and combat issues affecting youth in his community. Hanson has founded a training program at Denali Fitness in Wasilla, which aims to provide opportunities for aspiring athletes. Both participants emphasize the importance of mentorship and the influence of personal experiences on youth development. With the intention of continuing this initiative, the program seeks to build a brighter future for aspiring Ninja Warriors in Alaska.
- •Talus Bunch debuted on 'American Ninja Warrior' in June 2026.
- •Nick Hanson, known as the 'Eskimo Ninja', has competed for 11 years.
- •Hanson founded a training program at Denali Fitness for aspiring athletes.
- •Bunch considers Hanson his biggest idol and coach.
- •The program aims to help combat alcohol-related deaths and suicides.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Nick Hanson's dream of helping more Alaskans become American Ninja Warriors is coming true
"Jul. 17—In June, when Wasilla teen Talus Bunch made his debut on NBC's "American Ninja Warrior" in a qualifier for a spot in the regional finals, he made more than his own dreams come true. The 15-year-old competed with the person who inspired him to enter the competition, Nick Hanson of Unalakleet. Hanson, an 11-year veteran of the show who is known as the "Eskimo Ninja," wants nothing more ...
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