When Opportunity Arose In Gangwon, Ski Jumper Josie Johnson Seized It For Silver
The 17-year-old from Park City, Utah, battled through difficult conditions to earn Team USA’s first medal.
Athlete Bio#
Height
5'8"
Age
35
Hometown
Park City, UT
Education
Park City High School (Park City, Utah) '07 Westminster College
Quick Facts
- Daughter to Bob Hughes and Dori Schmalzle
- Has one brother, Blake
- Married to Jacob Ringquist
- Together, they have 14 pets: three dogs, two miniature goats and nine chickens
- Is afraid of heights
- Hobbies include alpine skiing, painting, drawing and photography.
Career Highlights
- 2009 FIS Junior World Championships, 8th (normal hill)
- 2006 FIS Junior World Championships, 8th (normal hill)
Olympic Experience
- 1-time Olympian;
- Olympic Games Pyeongchang 2018, 29th (Individual - Normal Hill - Women)
World Championship Experience
- Most recent: 2015 – 34th (normal hill)
- Years of Participation: 2011, 2013, 2015
- Top finish: 24th (normal hill) – 2011
