About Dave Smith
Born 1947. Dave Smith is an American athlete and athletics competitor.
Oscar David Smith (born November 8, 1947) is an American track and field athlete from Los Angeles, California. He represented the United States in the triple jump at two Olympics, 1968 and 1972. During this period he also ran for the University of California. He was the American Indoor Champion in 1971. He was ranked #2 in the US four times, in 1968, 1970–2. He set his personal best of in 1972.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Dave Smith?
Olympic athlete
When was Dave Smith born?
Dave Smith was born on 8 November 1947.
What is Dave Smith's occupation?
Dave Smith is an athlete and athletics competitor.
What nationality is Dave Smith?
Dave Smith is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dave Smith (triple jumper)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dave Smith. https://biography.guide/dave-smith-athlete/
MLA: "Dave Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dave-smith-athlete/.
Chicago: "Dave Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dave-smith-athlete/.
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