Michael Arishita

Name: Michael Arishita

Birthdate: August 8, 1994

Hometown: San Antonio, Texas

Current Residence: Flagstaff, Arizona

Club: Flagstaff Tri Club; Southwest Fencing Flagstaff

Career Highlights:

2025 US National Champions - 3rd

 

How did you get started in Modern Pentathlon, and what motivated you to pursue it at the international level?

I've always had Pentathlon in the back of my mind after a swim camp with Sheila Taormina, who went to the Olympics in swimming, triathlon, and pentathlon. After a long pro triathlon career myself, it has been very fun to learn some new sports and see how far I can go with it!

What does representing the United States on the Senior National Team mean to you?

Representing the US on a global stage is always one of the greatest honors as an athlete. I am beyond stoked to get back to some World Cup racing in a whole new sport that has a mix of familiarity and new challenges!

What is your favorite motivational quote?

"Until the wheels fall off" -Tyler Mislawchuk