John

Gilbert

Quick Facts

• Gilbert had a tumor on his spine when he was 6 years old. After jumping on a swing, his back began to hurt. A doctor said the impact had broken a blood vessel which cut off blood to his spinal cord. Gilbert began wheelchair basketball when he was 10 years old. He played throughout elementary, junior and high school. He was a five-time All-American at the University of Missouri
• Son of John and Robin Gilbert
• Has two sisters, Joy and Mary
• Married to Whitney Gilbert
• Enjoys being outdoors, playing video games, church and spending time with his family
• Is a high school chemistry and physics teacher.

Paralympic Experience

• One-time Paralympian (2016); One-time medalist (1 gold)
• Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, gold

World Championship Experience

• Most recent: 2014 – silver
• Years of competition: 2014
• Medals: 1 (silver)