About Mike Hessel
Born 1942. Mike Hessel is an American luger.
John Michael Hessel (born December 6, 1942) is a retired American luger. He competed at the 1964 and 1968 Winter Olympics and placed 22nd and 30th, respectively.
Hessel was born to a doctor, and grew up in Eugene, Oregon. He attended Menlo High School, University of Oregon, UC Berkeley and Oregon State University. At the 1964 Olympics, he was arrested for a brawl with local police, but was later acquitted. After retiring from competitions Hessel became a commercial fisherman and then a melon farmer.
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Who is Mike Hessel?
American luger
When was Mike Hessel born?
Mike Hessel was born on 6 December 1942 in Portland.
What is Mike Hessel's occupation?
Mike Hessel is a luger.
What nationality is Mike Hessel?
Mike Hessel is American.
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