Jurij Tepeš
A Slovenian ski jumper who soared for his nation, competing on the World Cup circuit and representing his country in major international events.
Born 1989 (age 37)·Slovenian ski jumper·Birthday: February 14·Millennials
Biography
Jurij Tepeš emerged from a family deeply embedded in Slovenian ski jumping, with his father, Miran Tepeš, being a notable figure in the sport. Jurij's career was defined by his consistent presence on the World Cup circuit throughout the 2010s, where he was known for his technical proficiency on the hill. While individual podium finishes were elusive, his value lay in his reliability for the Slovenian national team in World Championship and Olympic team events. His career trajectory reflects the demanding nature of elite ski jumping, where athletes compete week-in, week-out across Europe. After years of high-level competition, Tepeš retired, leaving behind a record of a dedicated athlete who upheld his country's strong tradition in the sport.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Jurij was born in 1989, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Jurij Was Born
The biggest hits of 1989
#1 Movie
Batman
Best Picture
Driving Miss Daisy
#1 TV Show
Roseanne
Jurij's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1989Born
Berlin Wall falls; Tiananmen Square protests
Gas: $1.00/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Look Away" — ChicagoBest Picture: Driving Miss Daisy
1994Started school
Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $90,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"The Sign" — Ace of BaseBest Picture: Forrest Gump
2002Became a teenager
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2005Could drive
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2007Could vote
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2010Turned 21
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2019Turned 30
First image of a black hole; Hong Kong protests
Gas: $2.60/galHome: $224,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Old Town Road" — Lil Nas XBest Picture: Parasite
2026Age 37 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Competed for Slovenia in the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup over multiple seasons.
- Represented Slovenia at the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships.
- Participated in the team event at the FIS Ski Flying World Championships.
Did You Know?
His father, Miran Tepeš, was an Olympic ski jumper for Yugoslavia and a former FIS Race Director.
He has a younger brother, Anže, who is also a professional ski jumper.
The Tepeš family is considered Slovenian ski jumping royalty.
“The wind is your friend if you know how to listen to it.”
