William Jay Bowerman was an American track and field coach and co-founder of Nike, Inc. Over his career, he trained 31 Olympic athletes, 51 All-Americans, 12 American record-holders, 22 NCAA champions and 16 sub-4 minute milers. Wikipedia
Born: February 19, 1911, Portland, OR
Died: December 24, 1999 (age 88 years), Fossil, OR
Education: University of Oregon, South Medford High School, North Medford High School, and more
Spouse: Barbara Young Bowerman (m. 1936–1999)
Children: Jon Bowerman, Thomas Bowerman, and William J. Bowerman, Jr
Awards: Silver Star and Bronze Star Medal (4)
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