About Ron Copeland
Lived 1946 – 1975 (aged 28). Ron Copeland was an American hurdler, sprinter and american football player.
Ronald Wayne Copeland Sr. (October 3, 1946 – May 22, 1975) was an American hurdler, sprinter, and American football wide receiver. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Chicago Bears in 1969.
Copeland won three NCAA Division I Men's Outdoor Track and Field Championships titles for the UCLA Bruins track and field team, winning the 110 m hurdles, 4 × 100 m relay, and 4 × 400 m relay at the 1966 NCAA University Division outdoor track and field championships.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ron Copeland?
American hurdler & sprinter (1946-1975)
When was Ron Copeland born?
Ron Copeland was born on 3 October 1946 in Los Angeles.
When did Ron Copeland die?
Ron Copeland died on 22 May 1975 in Walnut.
What was Ron Copeland's occupation?
Ron Copeland was a hurdler, sprinter and american football player.
What nationality was Ron Copeland?
Ron Copeland was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ron Copeland (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ron Copeland. https://biography.guide/ron-copeland/
MLA: "Ron Copeland." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ron-copeland/.
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