About Jonathan Stoklosa
Born 1981. Jonathan Stoklosa is an American weightlifter.
Jonathan Stoklosa (born ) is an American powerlifter. Born with Down syndrome, he is a Special Olympics champion.
Early life Stoklosa was born with Down syndrome. He only started talking at age 11. He attended Newark High School in Newark, Delaware, where he won a varsity letter as a member of the wrestling team. He also won the bronze medal in the deadlift and was fourth in the squat event.
Stoklosa is a speaker and advocate for those with disabilities and has been featured in a number of publications, including Sports Illustrated for Kids, Powerlifting USA, and National Public Radio's Only a Game.
Stoklosa was selected to be inducted into the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame in 2024.
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Who is Jonathan Stoklosa?
American weightlifter
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Jonathan Stoklosa was born in 1981.
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Jonathan Stoklosa is a weightlifter.
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