In Rowing, Men’s Four Wins First Olympic Gold Medal Since 1960
The last time a U.S. crew in the coxless men’s four stood atop the podium, Dwight D. Eisenhower was president.
Athlete Bio#
Height
6'10"
Age
28
Hometown
Vashon Island, WA
Education
Northeastern University (Boston, Mass.) '18
Personal
- Considers his parents as his personal heroes due to their unwavering support in his pursuit of rowing
- Nominated three times to the IRA All-American team
- Has been on five National teams, but Paris will be his first Olympic team
- Enjoys listening to Yellows Days, King Krule, Steven Wilson and Sainté
- Hobbies include photography, fishing, design, reading, cycling, and hiking
Career Highlights
- Pan American Games, Santiago, 2023 (Eight - Mixed, Single Sculls - Men)
- World Championships Under 23, Poznan, 2018 (Quadruple Sculls - Men)
- World Championships Under 23, Plovdiv, 2017 (Quadruple Sculls - Men)
World Championships Experience
- Most recent: 2022 – 14th (Quadruple Sculls - Men)
- Years of participation: Quadruple Sculls - Men 2022
- Top finish: 14th – 2022 (Quadruple Sculls - Men)
Olympic Experience
- 1-time Olympian;
- Olympic Games Paris 2024, 13th (Single Sculls - Men)
Jacob Plihal Photos#
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