American · New Orleans, USA · Born 6 February 1999American track and field athlete specializing in high jump and long jump, first person to qualify for Olympics in both jumping events since 1912
JuVaughn Harrison is an American multi-event athlete who competes in both the long jump and high jump at the elite level — a remarkable and unprecedented dual threat. His ability to compete legitimately for medals in two field events simultaneously is extraordinary in modern athletics. A consistent finalist at world and Olympic level in both events, Harrison is one of athletics' most unique and talented performers.
First athlete to compete in both high jump and long jump at Olympics since 1912
How They Played
Explosive power athlete excelling in both horizontal and vertical jumps
Lasting Impact
Pioneer dual jumper who revitalized interest in multi-event jumping
American Athletes