Jolan Wong (born January 20, 1990) is a Canadian sitting volleyball player.
Personal information | |
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Born | [1] Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | January 20, 1990
Sport | |
Sport | Sitting volleyball |
Disability class | VS1 |
Medal record |
Career
Wong competed at the World Para Volleyball Championship in 2022 and won a silver medal, Canada's first ever medal in sitting volleyball at a major international event.[2]
On July 22, 2024, she was named to Canada's roster to compete at the 2024 Summer Paralympics.[3] She won a bronze medal in sitting volleyball, Canada's first ever medal in the event.[4]
Personal life
Wong was diagnosed with bone cancer at 12 years old which resulted in her leg being amputated at 13 years old.[5]
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