Elias Gilbert
Elias Gilbert (born January 14, 1936 - April 1985 ) was an American hurdler .
In 1959 he won bronze over 110 m hurdles in 14.0 s at the Pan American Games in Chicago .
In 1957 he was US champion over 220 yard hurdles and in 1958 US indoor champion over 60 yard hurdles. Starting for Winston-Salem State University , he became the 1958 NCAA champion over 120 yard hurdles. He set his personal best in this discipline of 13.4 s on May 31, 1957 in Compton .
Web links
- Elias Gilbert Dies , Washington Post report , April 25, 1985
- Elias Gilbert in the database of trackfield.brinkster.net (English)
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| SURNAME | Gilbert, Elias |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American hurdler |
| DATE OF BIRTH | January 14, 1936 |
| DATE OF DEATH | April 1985 |