Ethan Popovich

Expert BMX Racer

Ethan “EPOP” Popovich joined Team Huffy in 2025, and his calm demeanor and explosive track presence have made him a highly valued member of the Huffy BMX race team. Coming from Valparaiso, Indiana, Ethan discovered the thrill of BMX in 2011 at a local track. What began as a new interest quickly turned into a full-blown passion, and by 2012, he was already racing competitively. Over the years, Ethan has climbed through the ranks with determination and grit, earning multiple national titles and a reputation as one of the top riders in his class.

Birthday: July 31

Current Residence: Valparaiso, IN

More About Ethan

The Athlete

Known for his calm composure and fierce competitive edge, Ethan thrives in high-pressure moments. With each gate drop, he brings precision, explosive speed, and a race-day mindset that separates him from the pack. His pre-race focus and ability to stay in the zone help him consistently perform at the top of his game.
Ethan’s journey includes standout finishes at national and international events, including placing World 7 in the Under 23 class at the UCI World Championships. With each season, his experience grows, as does his confidence and vision for the future. Ethan shares his passion and knowledge of the sport with younger riders, fans, and fellow racers through clinics he hosts during the year in addition to 1:1 coaching he conducts.
When he joined the team, Ethan definitely hit the ground running. Riding the Huffy V2 prototype race frame, he captured the U23 National Championship title at Legacy Nationals—showcasing raw power and strategic racing that thrilled spectators and teammates alike. His performance marked a major milestone both for him and for Huffy’s race team.
Currently competing in the Expert class, Ethan is setting his sights on the highest level of the sport. With Olympic dreams on the horizon and a strong support system behind him, he’s committed to pushing harder, racing faster, and growing as an athlete every step of the way.

Fun Questions

What is your favorite accomplishment?

My favorite accomplishment would be getting N.A.G 1. A whole year dedicated to one goal and all the traveling and racing paid off.

If you had to live in any city or country that you’ve competed in for a year, which would it be and why?

If I had to live in one country that I’ve competed in for a year, I would choose France. The level is high there with a lot of good riders and there are a ton of cool tracks. The thing that would be hard is the language barrier haha.