James Walker (American athlete)

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James Walker (born c. 1958) is a former American hurdler. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, he attended Auburn University from 1976-1980. Walker was one of "The Fabulous Four" along with teammates Harvey Glance, Willie Smith, and Tony Easley; together they set more school and conference records than any other foursome in the history of the Southeastern Conference.^[1]

[edit] Achievements

Won the gold medal at the Pan American Games in 1979 in the 400 metre hurdles^[2]
SEC's Track & Field Athlete of the Year in 1979
Until 2005, held the SEC record for the 400 meter hurdles with a time of 48.48 secs in 1979^[3]
In 1977, 1978, 1979 had the best time in the SEC for the 400 meter hurdles (49.58, 51.51, 48.48)
NCAA Division I champion, 400 meter hurdles, 1978 and 1979^[4]
In 1976, had the best time in the SEC for the 120 yard hurdles (13.7 secs).
In 1977, 1978, 1979 had the best time for the 110 meter hurdles (13.90, 14.0, 13.70 secs).
In 1978, was the U.S. Outdoor Track and Field champion in the 400 metre hurdles with a time of 49.03 seconds.^[5]