Riley Dolezal
United StatesActive- Born
- Nov 16, 1985 (40 years old)
- Birthplace
- Stanley, United States
- Events
- Javelin Throw · Discus Throw
Riley Dolezal is an American javelin thrower born on November 16, 1985, in Stanley, North Dakota. He has achieved a personal best of 83.50 meters and won the United States Javelin Championship in both 2013 and 2017.
Dolezal's two national titles demonstrate his consistency at the top of American javelin throwing. His personal best of over 83 meters placed him among America's top throwers and made him competitive at the international level. The gap between his national championship victories in 2013 and 2017 shows his ability to maintain elite performance over multiple seasons.
Following his competitive career, Dolezal transitioned into education. He now works at Horace High School as a gym and health teacher, sharing his knowledge of athletics and physical fitness with students. His path from national champion to educator reflects a common trajectory for American track and field athletes.
As of Nov 6, 2026: Javelin Throw 83.50 (#195 all-time), Discus Throw 60.07, 2026 season best 71.26 (May 8, 2026, Schlanser Track Complex, Fargo, ND (USA)) · Last competition: NDSU Tune Up, May 8, 2026, 71.26 · 40 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | JT | 71.26 | – | May 8, 2026 | NDSU Tune Up |
| 2021 | JT | 80.62 | – | Mar 26, 2021 | Cessna Stadium, Wichita, KS (USA) |
| 2020 | JT | 79.39 | – | Aug 1, 2020 | Rathdrum, ID (USA) |
| 2019 | JT | 82.84 | – | Jul 27, 2019 | USA Championships, Drake Stadium, Des Moines, IA |
| 2018 | JT | 75.10 | – | Jun 23, 2018 | Des Moines USA Championships, Drake Stadium, Des Moines, IA |
| 2017 | JT | 81.77 | – | Jun 24, 2017 | Sacramento, CA (USA) |
| 2016 | JT | 80.42 | – | Jun 17, 2016 | Burnaby (CAN) |
| 2015 | JT | 81.62 | – | Jul 24, 2015 | CIBC, Toronto (CAN) |