Eric Dawson "Cookie Monster"
Compare to Another AthleteEric Dawson is a strongman from United States who stands 195 cm (6 ft 5 in) tall and competes at 160 kg (353 lb).
Last 5 Contests
- 8 2019 Official Strongman Games Nov 2, 2019
- 8 2021 Masters World's Strongest Man Nov 12, 2021
- 8 2021 Masters WSM Qualifier Nov 13, 2021
- 2 2023 World's Strongest Viking Feb 24, 2023
- 6 2023 America's Strongest Man Nov 3, 2023
1 podium in the last 5. Most recent: 6th at 2023 America's Strongest Man, Nov 3, 2023.
Competition Statistics
International
National
Strengths & Weaknesses
Eric Dawson is strongest at Atlas Stones: an average placing of 2.9 across 10 outings, with 2 wins. Weakest at Deadlift (12.0 across 4).
- Atlas Stones 2.9
- Carry 3.9
- Overhead Press 5.3
- Yoke 5.5
- Grip 6.0
- Deadlift 12.0
Average finishing position in each event type, across every contest we hold results for. Lower is better. Ordering weighs how often an event has been contested, so a strong average from a handful of outings does not outrank a long record. That is why an event higher up the list can show a slightly worse average than one below it. Event types with fewer than 4 recorded outings are not shown.
Career Bests
Career Trajectory
Contest placements by year - lower is better
| Date | Contest Name | Type | Division | Location | Placing | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2023 | 2023 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | Orlando, Florida, United States | #6 | 35.50 |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 2023 World's Strongest Viking | World's Strongest Viking | M | Vinstra, Norway, Norway | #2 | 67.00 |
| Nov 13, 2021 | 2021 Masters WSM Qualifier | Open | M | - | #8 | 101.00 |
| Nov 12, 2021 | 2021 Masters World's Strongest Man | Masters World's Strongest Man | M | Daytona Beach, Florida, United States | #8 | 24.50 |
| Nov 2, 2019 | 2019 Official Strongman Games | Official Strongman Games | M | Daytona Beach, Florida, United States | #8 | 29.50 |
| Sep 29, 2018 | 2018 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | Long Beach, California, United States | #9 | 19.50 |
| Oct 14, 2017 | 2017 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | Phoenix, Arizona, United States | #6 | 22.00 |
| Jun 17, 2017 | 2017 SCL Holland | Strongman Champions League | M | Lichtenvoorde, Netherlands, Netherlands | #7 | 46.00 |
| Dec 10, 2016 | 2016 Ultimate Strongman World Championships | Ultimate Strongman | M | Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom | #9 | 26.00 |
| Nov 4, 2016 | 2016 SCL World Finals | Strongman Champions League | M | Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates | #7 | 37.00 |
| Aug 13, 2016 | 2016 SCL England | Strongman Champions League | M | Guildford, England, United Kingdom | #1 | 61.50 |
| Jun 11, 2016 | 2016 SCL Holland | Strongman Champions League | M | Zelhem, Netherlands, Netherlands | #1 | 69.00 |
| Oct 31, 2015 | 2015 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | Atlanta, Georgia, Georgia | #6 | 47.50 |
No individual event results available yet.
Event-by-event results are available for select competitions.
Showing - of event results
| Event | Result | Place | Contest | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event | Value | Contest | Date | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Axle Press | 177.0 kg | 2023 America's Strongest Man | Nov 3, 2023 | - |
| Max. Deadlift | 229.0 kg | 2018 America's Strongest Man | Sep 29, 2018 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 159.0 kg | 2015 America's Strongest Man | Oct 31, 2015 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Eric Dawson
- Nickname
- "Cookie Monster"
- Country
- United States
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.95m
- Weight
- 160kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 2015 - 2023
- Status
- Active
- Total Competitions
- 12
- Total Wins
- 2
Last updated: February 23, 2026