- SPORT:
- Diving
- BORN: 08.01.1920
- Fresno, California
Diver Sammy Lee overcame racial prejudice while growing up to become the first Asian-American man to win an Olympic gold medal.
This Father’s Day, join us in celebrating an extraordinary legacy: over 50 U.S. Olympian and Paralympian fathers whose children carried on their athletic dreams, also competing for Team USA. Discover incredible multi-generational medalists like swimming legends Gary Hall Sr. and Gary Hall Jr., or ice hockey icons Bill and Dave Christian. We also spotlight unique father/son and father/daughter duos who competed side-by-side, such as sailor Owen Churchill and his daughter, Tony, forging indelible bonds through sport.
Delve into the remarkable connections forged through sport, as these U.S. Olympian fathers and their children share the unparalleled experience of competing for Team USA. Explore multi-generational excellence, unique family bonds, and a shared passion for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Olympic medalist father Stan Benham won silver medals in both two- and four-man bobsled at Oslo 1952. His son, Reg Benham, proudly continued the bobsledding legacy, competing in the four-man event at Innsbruck 1964.
A remarkable father-son Olympic duo, William Earl Buchan claimed gold in Star class sailing at Los Angeles 1984. In a truly unique moment, his son, William Carl Buchan, also sailed to gold that same year in the Flying Dutchman class.
Cross-country skiing Olympian John H. Caldwell competed at Oslo 1952 and later coached the U.S. team at five Olympic Games. His son, Tim Caldwell, continued the family Olympic tradition as a four-time Olympic cross-country skier. The multi-generational legacy extends to John’s granddaughter, Sophie Caldwell, who competed in cross-country skiing at Sochi 2014 and PyeongChang 2018.
Michael Carter, a U.S. Olympian father and Super Bowl champion, won silver in men’s shotput at Los Angeles 1984. His daughter, Michelle Carter, made history at Rio 2016, becoming the first U.S. woman to win Olympic gold in shotput, forging her own powerful Olympic legacy.
This two-time Olympian middle-distance runner saw his son, Matt Centrowitz Jr., achieve historic heights. Matt Jr. finished fourth in the 1,500-meter run at London 2012 before claiming gold at Rio 2016, marking the first time a U.S. runner won that event since 1908.
Bill Christian was a gold medalist with the 1960 U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team at Squaw Valley. Two decades later, his son, Dave Christian, etched his name in Olympic history as a member of the legendary “Miracle on Ice” team that won gold at Lake Placid 1980. The Christian family’s Olympic hockey legacy also includes Bill’s brothers, Roger (1960 gold) and Gordon (1956 silver).
Sailor Owen Churchill captured gold in the eight-meter class at Los Angeles 1932. Uniquely, his daughter, Tony Churchill, joined him as a crew member on his boat just four years later at Berlin 1936, showcasing a rare father-daughter Olympic collaboration.
Olympic ski jumper Jim Denney Sr. competed at Innsbruck 1976 and Lake Placid 1980. His son, Jim Denney Jr., continued the family’s ski jumping tradition, competing at Torino 2006.
Three-time Olympic cross-country skier Mike Devecka is the father of Kirstin Holum, who competed in speedskating at Nagano 1998. This family’s Olympic heritage runs deep, as Kirstin’s mother, Dianne Holum, is a two-time Olympic speedskater and four-time Olympic medalist.
Olympic fencer Warren Dow competed in two Olympic Games. His son, Robert Dow, followed in his footsteps, competing in team sabre at Munich 1972. The family’s fencing prowess also includes Warren’s wife, Helen Mrocckowska, an Olympic fencer herself.
Olympic rower Dick Dreissigacker competed at Munich 1972. His daughters, Hannah (Sochi 2014) and Emily (PyeongChang 2018), are both Olympic biathletes, continuing the family’s athletic legacy in winter sports. Their mother, Judy Geer, is also a two-time Olympic rower.
Two-time Olympic cross-country skier Stan Dunklee is the father of Susan Dunklee, an Olympic biathlete who competed at Sochi 2014 and PyeongChang 2018. Stan’s brother, Everett Dunklee, also adds to this family’s Olympic skiing heritage.
Olympic water polo player Erich Fischer competed at Barcelona 1992. His daughters, Aria and Makenzie Fischer, both earned gold medals in women’s water polo at Rio 2016. At just 17, Aria became the youngest U.S. woman to win gold in a team sport, marking a new chapter in this Olympic family’s success.
A remarkable six-time Olympian, John Foster competed primarily in sailing, but also as a bobsledder. On three separate occasions, he shared the Olympic stage with his son, John Foster Jr., competing together in the two-person Keelboat class, highlighting a unique father-son Olympic partnership.
A true Olympic swimming dynasty, Gary Hall Sr. is a three-time Olympian, securing two silver and one bronze medal, and was the U.S. flagbearer at the Montreal 1976 Closing Ceremony. His son, Gary Hall Jr., equally legendary, is also a three-time Olympian, boasting 10 medals (five gold) and is a revered member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame.
Olympic hurdler Glenn Hardin won silver at Los Angeles 1932 and gold at Berlin 1936 in the 400-meter hurdles. His son, Billy Hardin, continued the family’s track and field legacy, competing in the same event at Tokyo 1964.
Olympic wrestler Dave Hazewinkel competed at Mexico City 1968 and Munich 1972. His son, Sam Hazewinkel, proudly carried on the family wrestling tradition at London 2012. Dave’s twin brother, Jim Hazewinkel, also adds to this family’s multi-Olympian story.
A true Olympic family sailing crew, William Horton Sr. competed with both his son, William Horton Jr., and his daughter, Joyce Horton, in the Dragon class at Helsinki 1952.
Olympic equestrian Charles “Champ” Hough earned a bronze medal in eventing at Helsinki 1952. His daughter, Lauren Hough, continued the family’s equestrian excellence, competing in team jumping at Sydney 2000.
Olympic legend and U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Famer Rafer Johnson won silver at Melbourne 1956 and gold in the decathlon at Rome 1960. His daughter, Jenny Johnson-Jordan, created her own Olympic path, competing in beach volleyball at Sydney 2000.
In a historic Olympic first, Charles Jenkins Sr. won gold medals in the men’s 400-meter run and 4×400-meter relay at Melbourne 1956. Decades later, his son, Chip Jenkins, also clinched gold as a reserve in the men’s 4×400 relay at Barcelona 1992, marking the first time a father and son won gold in the same Olympic event.
A towering figure in Olympic rowing history, Jack Kelly Sr. earned two gold medals at Antwerp 1920 and another at Paris 1924. His son, Jack Kelly Jr., a four-time Olympic rower, won bronze at Melbourne 1956. Both father and son are esteemed members of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame
Mike Liapis coached the 2002 U.S. Olympic Women’s Curling Team at Salt Lake City, where his daughters, Stacey Liapis and Kari Erickson, were among the competitors. Stacey also competed at Nagano 1998, showcasing a unique father-coach, daughter-athlete Olympic dynamic.
The Makler family boasts multiple Olympic fencers. Paul Makler Sr. competed at Helsinki 1952, followed by his son Paul Makler Jr. at Munich 1972, and his daughter, Brooke Makler, at Montreal 1976, demonstrating a significant family legacy in fencing.
Robert Martin competed in four-man bobsled at Garmisch-Partenkirchen 1936. His son, Pat Martin, achieved remarkable success, winning gold in four-man at St. Moritz 1948 and silver in both two- and four-man at Oslo 1952. Another son, Leo Martin, also competed in bobsledding at St. Moritz 1948, marking a strong family bobsled heritage.
Three-time Olympic fencer Greg Massialas later coached the U.S. foil team. His son, Alexander Massialas, has continued the family’s fencing excellence, winning a silver and a bronze medal at Rio 2016. His daughter, Sabrina Massialas, is also a talented fencer who has competed at the Youth Olympic Games, extending this fencing dynasty.
Butch May was a member of the 1968 U.S. Olympic Men’s Volleyball Team. His daughter, Misty May-Treanor, became a towering figure in Olympic beach volleyball, a four-time Olympian and three-time gold medalist, and a cherished member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame.
Two-time Olympic shooter Jim McNally passed on his precision to his son, John McNally, who became an impressive five-time Olympic shooter, showcasing a profound father-son legacy in shooting.
Olympic skier Jack Nagel competed at Oslo 1952. His daughter, Judy Nagel, also graced the Olympic slopes, skiing at Grenoble 1968, continuing the family’s alpine heritage.
This family boasts three generations of Olympic cyclists. Chester Nelsen Sr. competed at Amsterdam 1928, his son, Chester Nelsen Jr., at London 1948, and his grandson, Don Nelsen, at Tokyo 1964, a rare testament to a sustained Olympic family legacy.
Olympic cyclist Jim Ochowicz (Munich 1972) is a member of the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame. His daughter, Elli Ochowicz, became a three-time Olympic speedskater. This family’s remarkable Olympic athletic breadth also includes Jim’s wife, Sheila Young-Ochowicz, a speedskater and the first U.S. athlete to win three medals in a single Olympic Winter Games at Innsbruck 1976.
Olympic canoeist James O’Rourke Sr. competed at Berlin 1936. His son, James O’Rourke Jr., continued the family’s paddling tradition at Tokyo 1964.
Olympic cyclist Davis Phinney won bronze in the men’s team time trial at Los Angeles 1984. His son, Taylor Phinney, also became a three-time Olympic cyclist, carrying on the family’s biking legacy. Davis’s wife, Connie Carpenter-Phinney, adds to the family’s multi-sport Olympic fame as an Olympic speedskater and gold medalist cyclist at Los Angeles 1984, and a member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame.
Olympic gymnast Fred Roethlisberger competed at Mexico City 1968. His son, John Roethlisberger, became a three-time Olympic gymnast, while his daughter, Marie Roethlisberger, was an alternate at Los Angeles 1984, making them a prominent Olympic gymnastics family.
Olympic swimmer Joe Ruddy earned gold medals in the men’s 4×50-yard relay and water polo at St. Louis 1904. His son, Ray Ruddy, also a swimmer, competed at Amsterdam 1928, showcasing a significant father-son legacy in aquatics.
Ed Sampson was a member of the U.S. Men’s Ice Hockey Team that won silver at Cortina d’Ampezzo 1956. His son, Gary Sampson, continued the family’s hockey journey, playing for the U.S. team at Sarajevo 1984.
At 71 years old, Thomas Scott competed in archery at St. Louis 1904. Remarkably, his daughter, Lida Scott Howell, also an Olympic archer, won three gold medals at the same St. Louis 1904 Games, creating a unique father-daughter Olympic achievement.
A truly three-generational Olympic family! Olympic speedskater Jack Shea, a U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Famer, won two gold medals at Lake Placid 1932. His son, Jim Shea Sr., competed in Nordic combined and cross-country skiing at Innsbruck 1964. Jim’s son, Jimmy Shea Jr., brought the family’s Olympic journey full circle, winning gold in men’s skeleton at Salt Lake City 2002 and famously reciting the athlete’s oath.
Sailor Paul Smart claimed gold in Star class with his son, Hilary Smart, on the boat Hilarius at London 1948. Paul Smart later managed the U.S. sailing team at Mexico City 1968 and Munich 1972, highlighting a deep father-son Olympic sailing bond.
Olympic canoeist William Smoke competed at Tokyo 1964. His son, Jeff Smoke, followed his path, competing in canoeing at Athens 2004. The family’s paddling excellence also includes William’s wife, Marcia Jones Smoke, a three-time Olympian and bronze medalist at Tokyo 1964.
Bob Suter was a key member of the legendary “Miracle on Ice” hockey team that won gold at Lake Placid 1980. His son, Ryan Suter, has continued the family’s Olympic hockey legacy, as a two-time Olympic hockey player, winning silver at Vancouver 2010. Bob’s brother, Gary Suter, also adds to this family’s Olympic presence as a two-time Olympian and silver medalist.
At St. Louis 1904, 50-year-old Hugo Toeppen competed in wrestling. His son, Manfred Toeppen, also made his mark, winning bronze in men’s water polo at the same Games, showcasing a unique father-son Olympic athletic diversity.
Two-time Olympic cyclist and U.S. Bicycling Hall of Famer John Vande Velde saw his son, Christian Vande Velde, also compete in cycling at Beijing 2008, cementing a strong father-son cycling legacy.
Olympic sailors Gene Walet Jr. and his son, Gene Walet III, competed together at Melbourne 1956. Gene Walet III also returned to the Olympic stage at Rome 1960, highlighting their shared dedication to the sport.
Alan Washbond won gold in two-man bobsled at Garmisch-Partenkirchen 1936. His son, Bud Washbond, continued the family’s bobsledding tradition as a two-time Olympic bobsledder.
Olympic gymnast Gregor Weiss competed at Tokyo 1964. His son, Michael Weiss, went on to become a two-time Olympic figure skater and is a celebrated member of the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame, showcasing diverse Olympic athletic talent within the family.
A true Olympic shooting legend and U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Famer, Lones Wigger Jr. is a four-time Olympian with two gold medals and one silver. His daughter, Deena Wigger, continued the family’s marksmanship legacy, competing in shooting at Seoul 1988.
Olympic equestrian John W. Wofford competed at Los Angeles 1932 and later coached the U.S. team at Helsinki 1952. His son, Jimmy Wofford, became a three-time Olympian with two silver medals, while another son, Jeb Wofford, earned a bronze medal, illustrating a rich family equestrian heritage.
Olympic gymnast Wayne Young competed at Montreal 1976. His son, Guard Young, continued the family’s gymnastics excellence, winning silver in men’s team gymnastics at Athens 2004.
Olympic rower Robert Zagunis competed at Montreal 1976. His daughter, Mariel Zagunis, became a five-time Olympic fencer and a dominant force, winning gold medals in women’s individual saber at Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008. Mariel Zagunis also proudly served as the U.S. flagbearer at the London 2012 Opening Ceremony.
Stan Benham won the silver medal in both two- and four-man bobsled at Oslo 1952. His son, Reg Benham, competed in the four-man at Innsbruck 1964.
Sailor William Earl Buchan won the gold medal in Star class with Steven Erickson at Los Angeles 1984, while his son, William Carl Buchan, won the gold medal that year in Flying Dutchman.
Cross-country skier John H. Caldwell competed at Oslo 1952 and later coached the U.S. cross-country ski team at five Olympic Games. His son, Tim Caldwell, is a four-time Olympic cross-country skier. John’s granddaughter, Sophie Caldwell, competed in cross-country skiing at Sochi 2014 and PyeongChang 2018.
Michael Carter won the silver medal in the men’s shotput at Los Angeles 1984 and became the first person ever to win an Olympic medal and Super Bowl ring in the same year. His daughter, Michelle Carter, at Rio 2016 became the first U.S. woman to win the gold medal in shotput.
Middle-distance runner Matt Centrowitz is a two-time Olympian. His son, Matt Centrowitz Jr., also competed in the 1,500-meter run, finishing fourth at London 2012 and then winning the gold at Rio 2016, the first U.S. runner to win that event since 1908.
Bill Christian was a member of the 1960 U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team that won gold at Squaw Valley. Twenty years later, his son, Dave Christian, was a member of the Miracle on Ice hockey team that won the gold at Lake Placid 1980. Bill’s brother, Roger Christian, also was a member of the 1960 ice hockey team and another brother, Gordon Christian, was a member of the 1956 ice hockey team that won the silver medal.
Sailor Owen Churchill won the gold medal in the eight-meter class on the boat Angelita at Los Angeles 1932. Four years later, at Berlin 1936, the crew for his boat included his daughter, Tony Churchill.
Ski jumper Jim Denney competed at Innsbruck 1976 and Lake Placid 1980. His son, also Jim Denney, competed in ski jumping at Torino 2006.
Cross-country skier Mike Devecka is a three-time Olympian. His daughter, Kirstin Holum, competed in speedskating at Nagano 1998. Kirstin’s mom, Dianne Holum, is a two-time Olympic speedskater and won four Olympic medals.
Fencer Warren Dow competed in two Olympic Games. His son, Robert Dow, competed in team sabre at Munich 1972. Warren’s wife, Helen Mrocckowska, also is an Olympic fencer.
Rower Dick Dreissigacker competed at Munich 1972. His daughters, Hannah and Emily Dreissigacker, are Olympic biathletes; Hannah competed at Sochi 2014 and Emily at PyeongChang 2018. Dick’s wife, Judy Geer, is a two-time Olympic rower.
Cross-country skier Stan Dunklee is a two-time Olympian. His daughter, Susan Dunklee, competed in the biathlon at Sochi 2014 and PyeongChang 2018. Stan’s brother, Everett Dunklee, also is an Olympic cross-country skier.
Erich Fischer competed in men’s water polo at Barcelona 1992. His daughters Aria and Makenzie Fisher won gold medals in women’s water polo at Rio 2016. At just 17 years old, Aria became the youngest U.S. woman to win a gold medal in a team sport.
John Foster is a six-time Olympian, competing five times in sailing and once as a bobsledder. On three occasions, he competed with his son, John Foster Jr., in the two-person Keelboat class.
Swimmer Gary Hall Sr. is a three-time Olympian, winning two silver medals and one bronze, and also was the U.S. flagbearer at the Montreal 1976 Closing Ceremony. His son, Gary Hall Jr., also is a three-time Olympian, winning 10 medals (five gold) and is a member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame.
Hurdler Glenn Hardin won the silver medal in the men’s 400-meter hurdles at Los Angeles 1932 and the gold at Berlin 1936. In an unusual twist, Hardin’s silver-medal run set a new world record; gold medalist Bob Tisdall knocked down a hurdle and while he still finished first and won gold, it disqualified him from world-record consideration. Hardin’s son, Billy Hardin, competed in the 400 hurdles at Tokyo 1964.
Wrestler Dave Hazewinkel competed at Mexico City 1968 and Munich 1972. His son, Sam Hazewinkel, wrestled at London 2012. Dave’s twin brother, Jim Hazewinkel, also is a two-time Olympian.
Sailor William Horton Sr. competed with his son William Horton Jr. and his daughter Joyce Horton in the Dragon class at Helsinki 1952.
Equestrian Charles “Champ” Hough won the bronze medal in eventing at Helsinki 1952. His daughter, Lauren Hough, competed in team jumping at Sydney 2000.
Charles Jenkins Sr. won gold medals in the men’s 400-meter run and the men’s 4×400-meter relay at Melbourne 1956. His son, Chip Jenkins, won gold as a reserve in the men’s 4×400 relay at Barcelona 1992, the first time in Olympic history that father and son won gold in the same event.
Decathlete Rafer Johnson won the silver medal at Melbourne 1956 and the gold at Rome 1960. He is a member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame. His daughter, Jenny Johnson-Jordan competed in beach volleyball at Sydney 2000.
Rower Jack Kelly Sr. won two gold medals at Antwerp 1920 and another gold at Paris 1924. His son, Jack Kelly Jr., is a four-time Olympic rower, winning the bronze medal at Melbourne 1956. Jack Jr. briefly served as president of the U.S. Olympic Committee before dying of a heart attack. Kelly Sr. and Kelly Jr. are members of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame.
Mike Liapis coached the 2002 U.S. Olympic Women’s Curling Team in Salt Lake City, where his daughters, Stacey Liapis and Kari Erickson, competed in women’s curling. Stacey Liapis also competed at Nagano 1998.
Fencing was the Makler family sport. Paul Makler Sr. competed at Helsinki 1952, while his son Paul Makler Jr. competed at Munich 1972 and his daughter, Brooke Makler, competed at Montreal 1976.
Robert Martin competed in the four-man bobsled at Garmisch-Partenkirchen 1936. His son, Pat Martin, won the gold medal in the four-man bobsled at St. Moritz 1948 and silver in the two-man and the four-man bobsled at Oslo 1952. Another son, Leo Martin, competed in bobsledding at St. Moritz 1948.
Greg Massialas is a three-time Olympic fencer and later became coach of the U.S. senior foil team. His son, Alexander Massialas, is also a fencer and won one silver medal and one bronze at Rio 2016. His daughter, Sabrina Massialas, is also a fencer and has competed at the Youth Olympic Games.
Butch May was a member of the 1968 U.S. Olympic Men’s Volleyball Team. His daughter, Misty May-Treanor, is a four-time Olympian and won three gold medals in women’s beach volleyball. She is a member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame.
Shooter Jim McNally is a two-time Olympian and his son, John McNally, is a five-time Olympic shooter.
Skier Jack Nagel competed at Oslo 1952 and his daughter, Judy Nagel, skied at Grenoble 1968.
The Nelsen family were Olympic cyclists. Chester Nelsen Sr. competed at Amsterdam 1928, his son, Chester Nelsen Jr., competed at London 1948, and his grandson Don Nelsen, competed at Tokyo 1964.
Cyclist Jim Ochowicz competed at Munich 1972 and is a member of the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame. His daughter, Elli Ochowicz, is a three-time Olympic speedskater. Jim’s wife, Sheila Young-Ochowicz, a speedskater, is the first U.S. athlete to win three medals in a single Olympic Winter Games, at Innsbruck 1976.
James O’Rourke Sr. was a canoeist at Berlin 1936. His son, James O’Rourke Jr., was a canoeist at Tokyo 1964.
Cyclist Davis Phinney won the bronze medal in the men’s team time trial at Los Angeles 1984. His son, Taylor Phinney, is a three-time Olympic cyclist. Davis’s wife, Connie Carpenter-Phinney, is an Olympic speedskater and cyclist, winning the gold medal in the women’s individual road race at Los Angeles 1984; she is a member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame.
Gymnast Fred Roethlisberger competed at Mexico City 1968. His son, John Roethlisberger, is a three-time Olympic gymnast. His daughter, Marie Roethlisberger, was also a gymnast and was an alternate at Los Angeles 1984.
Swimmer Joe Ruddy won gold medals in the men’s 4×50-yard relay and water polo at St. Louis 1904. His son, Ray Ruddy, was also a swimmer and competed at Amsterdam 1928.
Ed Sampson was a member of the U.S. Men’s Ice Hockey Team that won the silver medal at Cortina d’Ampezzo 1956. His son, Gary Sampson, was a member of the U.S. team at Sarajevo 1984.
Thomas Scott was 71 years old when he competed in archery at St. Louis 1904. His daughter, Lida Scott Howell, won three gold medals in archery at St. Louis 1904.
Speedskater Jack Shea won two gold medals at Lake Placid 1932 and is a member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame. His son, Jim Shea Sr., competed in Nordic combined and cross-country skiing at Innsbruck 1964. Jim’s son, Jimmy Shea Jr., recited the athlete’s oath at Salt Lake City 2002 and won gold in men’s skeleton.
Sailor Paul Smart won the gold medal in Star class with his son, Hilary Smart, on the boat Hilarius. Paul Smart later managed the U.S. sailing team at Mexico City 1968 and Munich 1972.
William Smoke was a canoeist at Tokyo 1964 and his son, Jeff Smoke, was a canoeist at Athens 2004. William’s wife, Marcia Jones Smoke, is a three-time Olympian and won the bronze medal in the women’s K-1 500-meter race at Tokyo 1964.
Bob Suter was a member of the Miracle on Ice hockey team that won the gold medal at Lake Placid 1980. His son, Ryan Suter, is a two-time Olympic hockey player, winning the silver medal at Vancouver 2010. Bob’s brother, Gary Suter, also is a two-time Olympic hockey player, winning one silver medal.
At St. Louis 1904, 50-year-old Hugo Toeppen competed in wrestling and his son, Manfred Toeppen won the bronze medal in men’s water polo.
Cyclist John Vande Velde is a two-time Olympian and a member of the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame. His son, Christian Vande Velde, competed in cycling at Beijing 2008.
Sailors Gene Walet Jr. and his son, Gene Walet III, competed at Melbourne 1956. Gene Walet III also competed at Rome 1960.
Alan Washbond won the gold medal in two-man bobsled at Garmisch-Partenkirchen 1936. His son, Bud Washbond, is a two-time Olympic bobsledder.
Gymnast Gregor Weiss competed at Tokyo 1964. His son, Michael Weiss, is a two-time Olympic figure skater and is a member of the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame.
Shooter Lones Wigger Jr. is a four-time Olympian, winning one gold medal and one silver at Tokyo 1964 and one gold at Munich 1972. He is a member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame. His daughter, Deena Wigger, competed in shooting at Seoul 1988.
The Wofford family were equestrians. John W. Wofford competed at Los Angeles 1932 and coached the U.S. team at Helsinki 1952. His son, Jimmy Wofford, is a three-time Olympian and won two silver medals. Another son, Jeb Wofford, won one bronze medal.
Gymnast Wayne Young competed at Montreal 1976. His son, Guard Young, won the silver medal in men’s team gymnastics at Athens 2004.
Rower Robert Zagunis competed at Montreal 1976. His daughter, Mariel Zagnuis, is a five-time Olympic fencer and won the gold medal in women’s individual saber at Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008. Mariel Zagunis also was the U.S. flagbearer at the London 2012 Opening Ceremony.
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