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  1. Leroy Russel Burrell (born February 21, 1967) is an American former track and field athlete, who twice set the world record for the 100 m sprint.

  2. Apr 19, 2023 · The former Olympic sprinter and UH track coach shares his grief and lessons after his son, also a sprinter, died by suicide in 2021. He talks about the pressures, injuries and expectations his son faced and how he changed his coaching style.

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  3. Jun 16, 2022 · AUBURN, Ala.—Olympic gold medalist and longtime coach, Leroy Burrell, has been named Auburn track and field head coach, Athletics Director Allen Greene announced Thursday.

  4. Leroy Burrell is a former sprinter and long jumper who set 11 world records and won two Olympic gold medals. He is also the head coach of the University of Houston track and field team.

  5. Honours Summary. 1 x Olympic champion. 2 x World champion. 1 x World Championships Silver medallist. 1 x In Top 8 at Olympic Games. More Honours. Personal Bests. Seasons Bests. Results.

  6. Jun 16, 2022 · Leroy Burrell, a former world record holder and Olympic sprinter, announced he is leaving the University of Houston track and field team after 23 years as head coach. He cited the loss of his son as the reason for his departure and thanked the Cougar family for their support.

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  8. Aug 14, 2023 · The 1991 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships took place between June 13–15 at Downing Stadium on Randall's Island in New York City. This was the last U...

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