HERMANTOWN, Minn. (Northern News Now) – Jake Meyer, a Hermantown athlete who trains at Black Spruce CrossFit, placed fourth in his division at the Adaptive CrossFit Games in San Jose, California, this weekend.
The Adaptive CrossFit Games is considered the top competition in the sport. Meyer, who has Down syndrome, received community donations to help cover the costs of competing.
Jake Meyer practices his deadlift during a recent class at Black Spruce CrossFit.(Northern News Now)
Meyer and his teammates at Black Spruce CrossFit thanked supporters for their contributions.
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