Jouko Niva

Triple Jumper

Birthday January 11, 1958

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace Finland

Age 66 years old

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About

Known for his high jump, long jump, and especially his triple jump records, this Finnish athlete placed second at the 1982 Kaleva Championships.

Before Fame

One of his earliest competitions was a 1979 outdoor track high jump event.

Trivia

He played for the Lapland Lock athletic club.

Family Life

He and his brother grew up in Rovaniemi, Finland. Before ending in divorce, his marriage produced a son and a daughter.

Associated With

He and Olympic skier Matti Nykanen are both well known Finnish athletes.