Joseph Schooling Biography

Joseph Isaac Schooling, a Singaporean swimmer, burst onto the international scene in 2011 at the Southeast Asian Games. Renowned for his prowess in butterfly, freestyle, and medley strokes, Schooling has made a significant mark in the world of swimming.

Joseph Schooling Height, Weight, Age, Biography, Wife & More

Under the mentorship of Eddie Reese, he has achieved remarkable feats, including a historic gold medal in the 100m butterfly at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where he defeated his childhood idol, Michael Phelps. Born on June 16, 1995, Schooling continues to inspire aspiring swimmers worldwide with his talent and dedication to the sport.

Early Life

Joseph Schooling was born on June 16, 1995, in Singapore, where he grew up as the only child of Colin and May Schooling. Coming from a family with a rich heritage, he is a third-generation Singaporean, with a great-grandfather who served as a British military officer. Joseph attended the Anglo-Chinese School in Singapore before pursuing his passion for swimming. His journey to success began early when he qualified for the London Olympics in 2012.

Education

Joseph Schooling hails from his hometown of Singapore, where he attended the Anglo-Chinese School before pursuing higher education at the University of Texas. While his specific educational qualifications are not widely known, his achievements in the pool speak volumes about his dedication and talent.

Age

Joseph Schooling, born on June 16, 1995, in Singapore, is a Gemini by the stars and a proud Singaporean by nationality. Now he is 29 years old. He made waves in the world of swimming, etching his name in history with remarkable feats.

Physical Stats

Joseph Isaac Schooling stands at 184 centimeters (1.84 meters) tall, or approximately 6 feet ½ inch. He maintains a weight of 74 kilograms (163 pounds) with a chest measurement of 42 inches, a waist size of 32 inches, and biceps measuring 14 inches. With deep black eyes and matching hair, Schooling possesses a commanding presence that complements his remarkable achievements in swimming.

Husband and Boyfriend

Joseph Schooling is unmarried and identifies as straight. He has been romantically linked with Casey Shomaker.

Family

Joseph Schooling’s family includes his father, Colin Schooling, who is a businessman, and his mother, May Schooling. Details about his siblings are not widely known. The family’s religious affiliations are not specified. Joseph Schooling identifies with his Eurasian ethnicity, reflecting the diverse cultural heritage of Singapore.

Joseph Schooling with his Parents

Joseph Schooling with his Girlfriend Casey Shomaker

2015 FINA World Championships

In the 2015 World Aquatics Championships, Schooling excelled, reaching the finals in the 50m and 100m butterfly, smashing National Records in both. He set the Asian Record in the 50m butterfly twice, and in the 100m butterfly finals, he broke the Asian Record with a time of 50.96 seconds, earning Singapore’s inaugural medal at the FINA World Aquatics Championships—a bronze.

2017 SEA Games

Competing in six events at the 29th SEA Games in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Schooling emerged victorious in all, shattering four Southeast Asian records in the process: the 50m and 100m butterfly, as well as the 4x100m freestyle relay and 4x100m medley relay.

International Career

During the initial phase of his career, Schooling underwent training supervised by Australian coaches and swimmers, facilitated by Monash University as part of a Singapore Sports Council initiative. His outstanding performance at the 2011 Southeast Asian Games, where he clocked 1:56.67 in the 200m butterfly, met the “A” qualifying standard for the 2012 London Olympics.

However, he faced setbacks during the heats due to swimming officials disallowing his cap and goggles, leading to a frantic search for replacements just moments before the event, impacting his performance. Nonetheless, Schooling made history as the first Singaporean swimmer to clinch a medal at the Commonwealth Games, securing silver in the 100m butterfly at the 2014 games in Glasgow.

Honours and Awards

Meritorious Service Medal (2016)

• Schooling has also received the following awards:
• The Straits Times Singaporean of the Year, 2016
• The Straits Times Athlete of the Year (2014, 2016)
• Sportsman of the Year (2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)
• In October 2016, Schooling received the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Meritorious Service Medal) for his exceptional achievements at the 2016 Summer Olympics by winning Singapore’s first-ever Olympic gold medal in the men’s 100m butterfly.
• On 7 August 2017, an Orchid was named after Schooling; Dendrobium Joseph Schooling is a “vigorous and free flowering” hybrid with yellow and slightly twisted petals.

Net Worth

Joseph Schooling’s net worth is estimated to be around USD 1 million, which is nearly equivalent to SGD 1.4 million.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Joseph Schooling

• He is a 3rd-generation Singaporean.
• Joseph is the only child to Colin Schooling & May Schooling.
• His great-grandfather was a British military officer.
• He is big fan of Football and in an online interview revealed about his favorite Football Team- Chelsea.
• In 2012, he qualified for the London Olympics.
• When he bagged Silver at the 2014 Commonwealth Games, he became the 1st Singaporean to win a swimming medal at the Commonwealth Games.
• In 2016, he qualified for the Rio Olympics.
• Does Joseph Schooling smoke?: Not Known
• Does Joseph Schooling drink alcohol?: Not Known

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