Philip Scott is a web manager from Plymouth, Michigan. Philip has Asperger’s Syndrome, a form of autism. He is a massive fan of Ninja Warrior, and prepared many years for his debut in American Ninja Warrior 11. He currently serves as the Creative Director at the National Ninja League and is a coach at Gripz Gym in Southfield, Michigan.
American Ninja Warrior 11[]
Philip made his American Ninja Warrior debut in Season 11, competing in Cincinnati. His qualifying run was cut, but he made it all the way to the Slingshot before falling at the last set of cradles. He placed 22nd overall and advanced to the City Finals.
Before the city finals, however, Philip had multiple panic attacks hours before his run, and was doubtful he would be able to compete. But he was able to fight through it with the support of his friends and family. Because of his panic attacks, the producers allowed him to be the first runner of the night. In his run, he exacted revenge on the Slingshot and was the first person to attempt, and beat, Slam Dunk. Unfortunately, he ended up failing the Spinball Wizard, unable to grasp the second set of handles. His run was enough for him to advance to Vegas, as he ended up placing 9th.
In Stage 1, Philip had a close call on the Double Dipper, landing on his rear at the edge of the platform. Although he recovered to complete the obstacle, he got a bad bounce on the Jumping Spider and fell.
Philip's rookie season was chosen as the number-one most memorable moment of season 11 in an American Ninja Warrior Nation poll.
American Ninja Warrior 13[]
After not being selected for American Ninja Warrior 12, he returned for his second season, participating in the last qualifying round. His run in qualifying was not shown, but it was known that he finished the qualifying course, hitting his first ever buzzer, placing 14th overall. He later competed in the second semifinals episode. His run in the semifinals was also not shown, but he was briefly shown in the intro when they were talking about Padlock. He was shown falling on the second wheel, like how many did that round. His time to the obstacle placed him 16th overall meaning that he missed the national finals this time around.
Oddly enough, despite actually placing 16th, Philip did not compete in Vegas as an alternate but Will Schlageter (who failed the same obstacle on the same semifinal round) did. It is very possible Philip received an invite as an alternate, but declined and so Schlageter was offered that spot, as Schlageter placed 17th overall.
Philip did not compete in American Ninja Warrior 14, but was shown during Ethan Gardulski's run. He is credited for being the main inspiration for Gardulski.
American Ninja Warrior Results[]
| ANW | # | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Failed Jumping Spider (Stage One) |