J. P. Kepka

J. P. Kepka
Personal information
Born March 6, 1984 (1984-03-06) (age 34)
St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
Spouse(s) Caroline Hallisey

John Paul "J. P." Kepka (born March 6, 1984) is a short track speed skater from the United States who won bronze in the 5000m relay at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin. J.P. also represented the U.S. in the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics.

He was born in St. Louis, Missouri, and skated for the Metros Speed Skating Club. He is the first male St. Louisian to win a medal in speed skating.

References

  • J.P.'s U.S. Olympic Team bio
  • Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill. "J. P. Kepka". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC.


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