About Erik Stai
Lived 1915 – 2004 (aged 88). Erik Stai was a Norwegian high jumper and police officer.
Erik Stai (29 November 1915 – 4 March 2004) was a Norwegian high jumper. He represented the club IF Vestheim.
He finished fourth at the 1938 European Championships with a jump of 1.90 metres. He never participated in the Summer Olympics. He became Norwegian champion in 1938 and 1939, but his career was interrupted by World War II in Norway 1940–1945.
His career best jump was 2.00 metres, achieved in September 1940 at Bislett stadion.
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Who was Erik Stai?
Norwegian high jumper
When was Erik Stai born?
Erik Stai was born on 29 November 1915.
When did Erik Stai die?
Erik Stai died on 4 March 2004.
What was Erik Stai's occupation?
Erik Stai was a high jumper and police officer.
What nationality was Erik Stai?
Erik Stai was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Erik Stai. https://biography.guide/erik-stai/
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