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Wilfred Tull

1916 – 2003

Trinidad and Tobago sprinter

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About Wilfred Tull

Lived 1916 – 2003 (aged 86). Wilfred Tull was an athletics competitor.

Wilfred Oliver "Coach" Tull (born 5 October 1917 in Brasso, Trinidad and Tobago, died January 2003 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.) was a Track and field athlete from Trinidad and Tobago, a representative in the United Nations and a long-time coach for professional and amateur athletes.

He was a member of the Trinidad and Tobago team at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London. He competed in both the men's 800 meters and 1500 meters and was the first athlete to represent his country in these games.

After his professional athletic career, Coach spent 20 years working with the United Nations. While living in NY, Coach was a founding member of the renowned New York Road Runners Club, along with future Hollywood Actor Roscoe Lee Brown.

After retiring from the UN, Coach moved to Albuquerque with his wife and family in 1976. Though retired, Coach spent the majority of his time devoted to local athletes.

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Trinidad and Tobago

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Wilfred Tull?

Trinidad and Tobago sprinter (1916-2003)

When was Wilfred Tull born?

Wilfred Tull was born on 5 October 1916.

When did Wilfred Tull die?

Wilfred Tull died on 7 January 2003 in Albuquerque.

What was Wilfred Tull's occupation?

Wilfred Tull was an athletics competitor.

What nationality was Wilfred Tull?

Wilfred Tull's recorded nationality: Trinidad and Tobago.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Wilfred Tull

· Wikidata: Q8001892

· DBpedia: Wilfred Tull

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