Jennifer Brown (athlete)

Jennifer Brown (born June 28, 1980) is a Canadian Paralympic athlete who competes in discus throw and javelin throw at international elite events.[1][2]

Jennifer Brown
Personal information
Nickname(s)Jenn, JB
Born (1980-06-28) 28 June 1980
Calgary, Alberta
EducationUniversity of Saskatchewan
Height180 cm (5 ft 11 in)
Sport
Country Canada
SportParalympic athletics
DisabilityMultiple sclerosis
Disability classF38
Event(s)Discus throw
Medal record
Paralympic athletics
Representing  Canada
Parapan American Games
Gold medal – first place2015 TorontoWomen's shot put F38
Gold medal – first place2019 LimaWomen's discus throw F38
Silver medal – second place2015 TorontoWomen's discus throw F38

Brown was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2006 after graduating in University of Saskatchewan.[3]

References

  1. "Jennifer Brown - Canadian Paralympic Committee". Canadian Paralympic Committee. 25 January 2021.
  2. "Jennifer Brown - IPC Athlete Bio". ipc.infostradasports.com. 25 January 2021.
  3. "It wasn't all planned, but Brown has taken advantage of her discus opportunities". The Toronto Observer. 12 May 2020.


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