Olympic Gold Medalist Jordan Stolz Reflects on 2022 Games

Kewaskum native opens up about his experience competing in China

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Jordan Stolz, the world record-holding speed skater from Kewaskum, Wisconsin, recently spoke about his experience competing at the 2022 Olympics in China. Stolz, who won gold medals, discussed a quirky tradition involving his teammate Jorrit Bergsma and his refusal to cut his mullet until the Olympics were over.

Why it matters

Stolz's success at the Olympics has made him a source of pride for his hometown of Kewaskum and the state of Wisconsin. His candid reflections provide a behind-the-scenes look at the mindset and experiences of elite athletes at the pinnacle of their sport.

The details

In an interview, Stolz revealed that his teammate Jorrit Bergsma, a Dutch speed skater, had a big mullet hairstyle that he refused to cut until the Olympics were over. Stolz said Bergsma was adamant about maintaining the mullet as a superstitious good luck charm during the competition.

  • Stolz competed at the 2022 Olympics in China.

The players

Jordan Stolz

A world record-holding speed skater from Kewaskum, Wisconsin who won gold medals at the 2022 Olympics in China.

Jorrit Bergsma

A Dutch speed skater and Stolz's teammate who refused to cut his mullet until the 2022 Olympics were over.

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What they’re saying

“Jorrit Bergsma has a big mullet and he has refused to cut it until the Olympics are over.”

— Jordan Stolz (wn.com)

The takeaway

Stolz's reflections on the unique superstitions and traditions of elite athletes at the Olympics provide a fascinating glimpse into the mindset and culture of the world's top competitors.