Jasper Valkenburg

Jasper has been involved in track and field for 12 years, dedicating the last four years to serious training and competing at a national level. Over the past two years, he has been part of an ambitious decathlon group at AV’34 Apeldoorn, where he has made significant progress under the guidance of dedicated coaches. Despite narrowly missing selection for the 2024 European Championships, Jasper has shown remarkable growth and determination, breaking barriers and establishing himself as one of the Netherlands’ rising talents in decathlon.

Athletic Achievements

• World Ranking: 48th in U18 Decathlon
• National Championships: 5th place finish
• Team Achievements: Regular member of AV’34 Apeldoorn’s top team for competitions
• European Championships Barrier: Achieved qualifying standards but narrowly missed selection
• Decathlon Personal Best: 6503 points

Personal Records (PRs)

• Decathlon: 6503
• Heptathlon: 4299
• 60m: 7.67s
• 100m: 11.99s
• 400m: 54.95s
• 800m: 2:21,01
• 1500m: 4:47.37
• 110m Hurdles: 15.71s 
• Pole Vault: 4.02m
• High Jump: 1.84m
• Long jump: 5.94m
• Javelin (700gr): 55,81m
• Shot Put (5kg): 14.90m
• Discus (1.5kg): 40.16m

Strengths

Jasper is known for his relentless work ethic, whether on the track or in the classroom. A natural leader, he balances his social and approachable nature with a serious focus on achieving his goals. He thrives in team environments, expecting and inspiring dedication from himself and his peers. Jasper’s versatility as a decathlete reflects his ability to adapt, learn, and excel across a wide range of events.

Athletic Goals

Jasper dreams of competing on the world stage, with the ultimate goal of participating in the Olympics. His immediate focus is on bridging the gap between himself and the world’s best decathletes, continually striving to improve his performance in all events. Alongside his athletic aspirations, Jasper values academic achievement and plans to use his time in the U.S. to gain a quality education while making unforgettable memories as part of a collegiate track program.