About Ed Mendoza
Born 1952. Ed Mendoza is an American long-distance runner.
Edward Eugene Mendoza (born December 4, 1952) is an American long-distance runner. He competed in the men's 10,000 metres at the 1976 Summer Olympics, as well as the men's marathon at the 1983 World Championships in Athletics.
Mendoza competed for Grossmont College before transferring to the University of Arizona. He was an All-American runner for the Arizona Wildcats track and field team, finishing 7th in the 10,000 meters at the 1976 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
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Who is Ed Mendoza?
American long-distance runner
When was Ed Mendoza born?
Ed Mendoza was born on 4 December 1952.
What is Ed Mendoza's occupation?
Ed Mendoza is a long-distance runner.
What nationality is Ed Mendoza?
Ed Mendoza is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ed Mendoza. https://biography.guide/ed-mendoza/
MLA: "Ed Mendoza." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ed-mendoza/.
Chicago: "Ed Mendoza." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ed-mendoza/.
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