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Jacob Williams

b. 1991

American wheelchair basketball player

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About Jacob Williams

Born 1991. Jacob Williams is an American basketball player and wheelchair basketball player.

Jacob Michael Williams (born August 2, 1991) is an American wheelchair basketball player and a member of the United States men's national wheelchair basketball team.

Career Williams represented the United States in wheelchair basketball at the Summer Paralympics three times, winning gold medals in 2016, 2020 and 2024. As a result, Team USA became the first men's wheelchair basketball team ever to win three consecutive gold medals at the Paralympics. He was voted the Most Valuable Player of the men's tournament at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, averaging 22 points per game, and the leading scorer of the tournament with 132 points.

He represented the United States 2022 Wheelchair Basketball World Championships and won a gold medal.

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Important facts

Born
2 August 1991, Milwaukee
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Basketball player, wheelchair basketball player
Nationality
United States

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jacob Williams?

American wheelchair basketball player

When was Jacob Williams born?

Jacob Williams was born on 2 August 1991 in Milwaukee.

What is Jacob Williams's occupation?

Jacob Williams is a basketball player and wheelchair basketball player.

What nationality is Jacob Williams?

Jacob Williams is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jacob Williams

· Wikidata: Q108672673

· DBpedia: Jacob Williams

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