Walter McClure

Walter Rayburn McClure (August 24, 1892 – April 12, 1959) was an American middle-distance runner who competed at the 1912 Summer Olympics. He finished eighth the 1500 m event and failed to reach the 800 m final. He also took part in the baseball event which was held as demonstration sport.[3]

Walter McClure
Walter McClure in 1912
Personal information
BornAugust 24, 1892
Junction City, Oregon, United States
DiedApril 12, 1959 (aged 66)
Portland, Oregon, United States
Height1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)
Weight66 kg (146 lb)
Sport
SportAthletics
Event(s)400–5000 m
ClubMultnomah AC, Portland;
California Golden Bears, Berkeley
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)400 m – 49.7 (1913)
1500 m – 4:03.4 (1912)[1][2]

References

  1. Walter McClure. sports-reference.com
  2. Walter McClure. trackfield.brinkster.net
  3. "Walter McClure". Olympedia. Retrieved 18 April 2021.


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