Bill Sharpe
American triple jumper
About Bill Sharpe
Lived 1932 – 1995 (aged 63). Bill Sharpe was an American triple jumper.
William John Sharpe (January 23, 1932 – December 28, 1995) was an athlete from the United States, competing in the triple jump. A three-time Olympian he won the gold medal in the men's triple jump event at the 1963 Pan American Games in Brazil.
Representing the West Chester Golden Rams track and field team, Sharpe won the 1956 NCAA Track and Field Championships in the triple jump.
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Who was Bill Sharpe?
American triple jumper
When was Bill Sharpe born?
Bill Sharpe was born on 23 January 1932 in Philadelphia.
When did Bill Sharpe die?
Bill Sharpe died on 28 December 1995.
What was Bill Sharpe's occupation?
Bill Sharpe was a triple jumper.
What nationality was Bill Sharpe?
Bill Sharpe was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Sharpe (athlete)
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