Jesseca Cross facts for kids
Jesseca H. Cross is a former athlete from the United States. She was born on October 5, 1975, in New Orleans, LA. Jesseca was a talented track and field star. She specialized in throwing events like the hammer throw and shot put.
Her Athletic Journey
Jesseca went to the University of Wyoming. She first went there on a basketball scholarship. Later, she became known for her throwing skills. She even competed for the United States in the 2000 Summer Olympics. These Olympic Games were held in Sydney, Australia. Jesseca competed in both the hammer throw and the shot put events. She worked hard but did not move past the first round in either event.
Recognitions and Coaching
In 2002, Jesseca was honored for her sports achievements. She was inducted into the Wyoming Sports Hall of Fame. This means her athletic career was recognized as very special. Later, in the fall of 2007, Jesseca helped out as a coach. She was the temporary head coach for the women's volleyball team at Northwest College in Powell, Wyoming.
Olympic Participation
Jesseca Cross competed in the 2000 Summer Olympics. She took part in two throwing events. Here is how she placed:
- In the hammer throw, she finished 19th. Her best throw was 60.58 meters.
- In the shot put, she finished 17th. Her best throw was 17.27 meters.
More About Jesseca
You can find more information about Jesseca Cross through these links:
- Jesseca Cross profile at USATF
- Olympic profile from Sports Illustrated
