Richard Rock (long jumper) facts for kids

Richard Rock, born on November 6, 1957, is a Canadian athlete. He is best known for his skills in the long jump. He represented Canada in major international sports events, including the Olympic Games.

Richard Rock's Athletic Journey

Richard Rock was born in Reading, England. He later moved to Canada and became a Canadian citizen. He developed a passion for track and field, especially the long jump. He trained hard to become one of Canada's top athletes in his event.

What is Long Jump?

Long jump is an exciting track and field event. Athletes run down a runway and jump as far as they can from a take-off board. The goal is to land in a sandpit, and the distance is measured from the board to the closest mark made by the athlete's body. It requires speed, strength, and precise timing.

The Olympic Dream

Richard Rock achieved a major dream for many athletes: competing in the Olympic Games. He took part in the men's long jump event at the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada. The Olympics are a huge international sports festival where athletes from all over the world compete. It was a great honor for Richard to represent his country on such a big stage.

Other Big Competitions

Besides the Olympics, Richard Rock also competed in other important international events. These competitions allowed him to test his skills against top athletes from different countries.

• ==== Commonwealth Games ====

He competed for Canada in the 1978 Commonwealth Games. These games bring together athletes from countries that are part of the Commonwealth.

• ==== Pan American Games ====

Richard also represented Canada at the 1979 Pan American Games. This event features athletes from countries across the Americas.

Richard Rock's career shows his dedication to the sport of athletics. He competed at the highest levels, representing Canada with pride.