Alex Wilson (Canadian sprinter) facts for kids
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| Medal record | ||
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| Men's athletics | ||
Representing  Canada |
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| Olympic Games | ||
| Silver | 1932 Los Angeles | 800 m |
| Bronze | 1928 Amsterdam | 4 × 400 m relay |
| Bronze | 1932 Los Angeles | 400 m |
| Bronze | 1932 Los Angeles | 4 × 400 m relay |
| British Empire Games | ||
| Gold | 1930 Hamilton | 440 yd |
| Silver | 1930 Hamilton | 4 × 440 yd |
| Bronze | 1930 Hamilton | 880 yd |
Alex Wilson was a talented Canadian runner. He was born in Montreal on December 1, 1907. Alex became famous for his amazing sprint races. He competed in two Olympic Games. These were in 1928 and 1932. He passed away in Mission, Texas, USA, on December 9, 1994.
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Alex Wilson's Olympic Journey
Alex Wilson was a fantastic sprinter. He represented Canada in two Olympic Games.
1928 Summer Olympics
At the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam, Alex won his first Olympic medal.
- He earned a bronze medal with the Canadian team.
- This was in the 4 × 400 metres relay race.
- He also ran in the 400 metre and 800 metre events.
- In these individual races, he reached the semi-finals.
1932 Summer Olympics
Four years later, Alex competed at the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. This was a very successful Games for him!
- He won a silver medal in the 800 metre race.
- He also earned a bronze medal in the 400 metre competition.
- With the Canadian team, he won another bronze medal.
- This was again in the 4 × 400 metre relay event.
British Empire Games Success
Alex Wilson also shone at the 1930 British Empire Games. These games are now known as the Commonwealth Games.
- He won a gold medal in the 440 yards event.
- He also took home a bronze medal in the 880 yards race.
- With the Canadian relay team, he secured a silver medal.
- This was in the 4 × 440 yards relay competition.
University and Coaching Career
Alex Wilson was not just an athlete; he was also a dedicated coach.
- He was a track and field athlete at the University of Notre Dame.
- In 1932, he won the 400 meter NCAA Outdoor Championship there.
- After his racing career, he coached the track and field team at Notre Dame for many decades.
- The "Alex Wilson Invitational" track meet is named after him. This shows how important he was to the university's sports program.
Awards and Recognition
Alex Wilson received many honors for his contributions to athletics.
- Canadian Track Hall of Fame (1954)
- Helms Athletic Foundation Hall of Fame (1967)
- National Collegiate Athletic Association Cross Country Coaches Association National Coach of the Year (1972)
- US Track & Field & Cross Country Coaches Association Hall of Fame (2008)
