Jos Compaan facts for kids
Jos Compaan was a talented rower from the Netherlands. She was born on July 2, 1958, and sadly passed away on December 30, 2020, at the age of 62. Jos was known for representing her country in the sport of rowing at three different Olympic Games.
Who Was Jos Compaan?
Jos Compaan was a Dutch athlete who loved the sport of rowing. Rowing involves propelling a boat using oars. It takes a lot of strength and teamwork to be a successful rower.
She was born in a town called Purmerend in the Netherlands. From a young age, she dedicated herself to becoming a top rower.
Her Olympic Journey
One of the biggest dreams for many athletes is to compete in the Olympic Games. Jos Compaan achieved this dream not once, but three times! She proudly represented the Netherlands at the Summer Olympics.
Her first Olympic appearance was at the 1980 Summer Olympics. She then went on to compete again at the 1984 Summer Olympics. Her final Olympic Games were the 1988 Summer Olympics. Competing in three Olympics is a big achievement for any athlete.
