Robert Parker (coach)
American track coach (1960–2021) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Robert Lynn Parker (September 24, 1960 – April 20, 2021) was a college track and field coach for the throwing events at Texas A&M University and University of Texas at El Paso. He coached several NCAA champions, but was most recognized for coaching world record holder in the shot put, Randy Barnes.[1]
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Biographical details | |
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Born | (1960-09-24)September 24, 1960 Wharton, Texas |
Died | April 20, 2021(2021-04-20) (aged 60) Argyle, Texas |
Alma mater | Texas A&M |
Playing career | |
1979–1982 | South Plains JC |
1982–1984 | Angelo State University |
Position(s) | javelin, decathlon |
Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
1987–1991 | Texas A&M |
1991-1993 | Highland Park HS |
1993–1994 | UTEP Miners track and field |
1994–1998 | Personal coach for Kjell Ove Hauge |
Accomplishments and honors | |
Championships | |
NCAA Championship runner-up: 1994 NCAA Champions: 3 NCAA runners-up: 4 | |
Records | |
2 world records (shot put) | |
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