LeRoy T. Walker
Football coach with Olympic success
Born
1918
107 years ago
Died
April 23rd, 2012
13 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to American football as a coach at multiple levels, including high school, college, and professional teams. Served as a head coach at North Carolina Central University, achieving notable success and producing many future collegiate players. Coached the U.S. men's track and field team to gold medals at international competitions, including the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles. Worked as a professor and athletic director, influencing the development of future athletes and coaches through educational initiatives.
Head coach of North Carolina Central University
Coached U.S. mens track and field team at the 1984 Olympics
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