Paralympic Star Jessica Long Aims for More Gold in Paris
By Tyler Williams | Published 2026-02-24T14:03:02.411Z
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One of the most decorated Paralympians in U.S. history, Northeast High School graduate Jessica Long is preparing to compete in her sixth Paralympic Games this summer in Paris. The St. Petersburg...
One of the most decorated Paralympians in U.S. history, Northeast High School graduate Jessica Long is preparing to compete in her sixth Paralympic Games this summer in Paris. The St. Petersburg native already boasts 29 medals, including 16 golds, as she heads to the international competition. Her journey from a challenging start in life to Paralympic stardom is a testament to her resilience and dedication.
Long was born in Siberia with fibular hemimelia, a condition that led to the amputation o
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