About Jessica Heims
Born 1998. Jessica Heims is an American athletics competitor.
Jessica Heims (born 11 December 1998) is an American Paralympics athlete who competes in discus throw events. She is currently the world record holder in the discus throw in her sports category.
Personal life Heims was born with amniotic band syndrome and had her left leg amputated below the knee aged one year old.
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Who is Jessica Heims?
US para athlete
When was Jessica Heims born?
Jessica Heims was born on 11 December 1998 in Cedar Rapids.
What is Jessica Heims's occupation?
Jessica Heims is an athletics competitor.
What nationality is Jessica Heims?
Jessica Heims is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jessica Heims. https://biography.guide/jessica-heims/
MLA: "Jessica Heims." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jessica-heims/.
Chicago: "Jessica Heims." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jessica-heims/.
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