Al Oerter
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About
American discus thrower who won four Olympic gold medals in four consecutive Olympic games.
Before Fame
He began throwing the discus at the age of 15.
Trivia
He was the first discus thrower to break 200 feet in the event.
Family Life
He married Cathy Oerter and the couple had two daughers, Crys and Gabrielle.
Associated With
He is a member of the Nassau County Sports Hall of Fame along with legendary MLB pitcher Whitey Ford.
