About Steve Anderson
Lived 1906 – 1988 (aged 82). Steve Anderson was an American athletics competitor.
Stephen Eugene Anderson (April 10, 1906 – August 2, 1988) was an American track and field athlete who competed mainly in the 110 meter hurdles.
He competed for the United States in the 1928 Summer Olympics held in Amsterdam, Netherlands in the 110 metre hurdles where he won the silver medal.
Matched the world record in the 110 metre hurdles at the U.S. Olympic trials in Boston with a time of 14.8 seconds on July 7, 1928.
Competing for the Washington Huskies track and field team, Anderson won multiple NCAA titles in the sprint hurdles.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Steve Anderson?
American hurdler (1906-1988)
When was Steve Anderson born?
Steve Anderson was born on 10 April 1906 in Portsmouth.
When did Steve Anderson die?
Steve Anderson died on 2 August 1988 in Seattle.
What was Steve Anderson's occupation?
Steve Anderson was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Steve Anderson?
Steve Anderson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Steve Anderson (hurdler)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Steve Anderson. https://biography.guide/steve-anderson-athletics-competitor/
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