Tonie Campbell
American Hurdler; Olympic Competitor
Born
June 14th, 1960
64 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This athlete specialized in the 110-meter hurdles and competed in international events. Participation in the 1984 Summer Olympics occurred in Los Angeles, representing the United States. Achievements in the NCAA Championships included a title win while competing for the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Campbell also set personal records in speed and agility over hurdles, contributing to a strong legacy in track and field events.
Competing in the 1984 Summer Olympics
Winning NCAA Championships for UCLA
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