William Dellinger

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William "Bill" Dellinger (b. March 23, 1934 in Grants Pass, Oregon) was a three time Olympian. He won a bronze medal in the 5000 meters at Tokyo in 1964. He lettered in track at the University of Oregon in 1954, 1955, and 1956. After retiring, he was an assistant coach to Bill Bowerman at the University of Oregon. He became head coach after Bowerman's retirement in 1972. In 25 years as coach, Dellinger won 5 NCAA titles, coached 108 All Americans, and had a 134-29 meet record.


[edit] Records

  • 1956 American Record holder: 5000 meters 14:26.0
  • 1956 American Record holder: 5000 meters 14:25.5
  • 1956 American Record holder: 5000 meters 14:16.2
  • 1958 American Record holder: 1500 meters 3:41.5
  • 1959 American Record holder (indoors) 2 miles: 8:49.9
  • 1959 American Record holder (indoors) 3 miles: 13:37.0
  • 1959 World Record holder (indoors) 2 miles: 8:49.9
  • 1959 World Record holder (indoors) 3 miles: 13:37.0

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