About
American long-distance running star who set seven national records before prematurely losing his life in a car accident.
Before Fame
He played football and basketball before discovering cross country in eighth grade.
Trivia
He died in a drunk driving accident at the University of Oregon.
Family Life
He grew up with his sister Linda in Coos Bay, Oregon.
Associated With
He and fellow runner Alberto Salazar were both inducted into the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame.
