Jung Seung-hwan

Jung Seung-hwan was born on April 1, 1986, in Mokpo, South Korea. At the age of five, he lost his right leg in an accident. He began playing Para ice hockey in 2004, and by 2008, he made his international debut at the IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships in Marlbourough, USA. Two years later, he participated in his first Paralympic Games in Vancouver, Canada. Jung quickly established himself as a prominent figure in the sport, known for his exceptional speed on the ice, which he compensates for his smaller stature compared to many opponents.

Jung’s career highlights include leading the South Korean team to a silver medal at the 2012 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool in Hamar, Norway. In 2013, he contributed to the team’s gold medal win at the IPC Ice Sledge Hockey Qualification Tournament in Torino, Italy, where he was named Best Forward, scoring eight goals and four assists with a 38 percent shot percentage. He was also the team’s leading scorer at the 2013 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships A-Pool in Goyang. In 2015, Jung was recognized as the Best Forward of the World Championships B-Pool, achieving 13 goals, 9 assists, and 22 points, and contributing to his team’s promotion back to the A-Pool.

A significant milestone in Jung’s career was being part of the bronze medal-winning South Korean team at the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games, where he was the leading scorer with six goals, including the winning goal against Norway in the bronze medal match. He has consistently played a crucial role in his team’s performance, using his sled as an extension of his body to achieve maximum speed and agility. Jung has also served as an honorary ambassador for the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games, and he continues to advocate for a perspective where athletes with disabilities are recognized for their skills rather than their circumstances.