About Johanna Jackson
Born 1985. Johanna Jackson is a British athletics competitor.
Biography Jackson was coached by her mother Maureen Jackson, a professional sporting coach and represented England at the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne. Shortly afterwards Jackson finished second behind Ann Loughnane in the 5,000 metres walk event at the 2005 AAA Championships.
Jackson then proceeded to win six consecutive national 5,000m walk titles from 2007 to 2012.
Jackson married Dave Atkinson in St Thomas's Church in December 2012 and competed under her married name thereafter. As Johanna Atkinson she won an eighth national title at the 2015 British Athletics Championships.
Atkinson acted as a batonbearer when the 2022 Commonwealth Games Queen's Baton Relay came to Redcar.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Johanna Jackson?
British racewalker
When was Johanna Jackson born?
Johanna Jackson was born on 17 January 1985 in Middlesbrough.
What is Johanna Jackson's occupation?
Johanna Jackson is an athletics competitor.
What nationality is Johanna Jackson?
Johanna Jackson is British.
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