Jack Merchant
American hammer thrower (1899–1972)
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John William Merchant (May 3, 1899 – March 31, 1972) was an American athlete.[1] He competed in the men's long jump at the 1920 Summer Olympics and the men's hammer throw at the 1924 Summer Olympics.[2]
FullnameJohn William Merchant
BornMay 3, 1899
Marshfield, Oregon, United States
DiedMarch 31, 1972 (aged 72)
Berkeley, California, United States
SportAthletics
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | John William Merchant |
| Born | May 3, 1899 Marshfield, Oregon, United States |
| Died | March 31, 1972 (aged 72) Berkeley, California, United States |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Athletics |
Event(s) | Long jump Hammer throw |
Competing for the California Golden Bears track and field team, Merchant won the shot put and hammer throw at the 1922 NCAA Track and Field Championships.[3]
