Steve Prefontaine - Wikipedia
Steve Roland "Pre" Prefontaine [1] (January 25, 1951 – May 30, 1975) was an American long-distance runner who from 1973 to 1975 set American records at every distance from 2,000 to …
Steve Prefontaine | Biography, Records, Movie, Death, & Facts
Jan 8, 2025 · Steve Prefontaine (born January 25, 1951, Coos Bay, Oregon, U.S.—died May 30, 1975, Eugene, Oregon) was a long-distance runner who is often regarded as one of the most …
Steve Prefontaine (1951-1975) - The Oregon Encyclopedia
Prefontaine set eight collegiate records while running for the Oregon Ducks and at one time held every American distance running record, from 2,000 meters to 10,000 meters. As his …
Steve Prefontaine: The Athlete Who Became the Face of Nike in …
Jul 19, 2024 · Few names are as influential in sports marketing as Steve Prefontaine. This legendary American runner, nicknamed "Pre," was not only an exceptional athlete but also a …
Pre’s Rock: The memorial that honors a running legend
13 hours ago · Steve Prefontaine, a legendary runner whose career was tragically cut short in 1975, left behind a lasting legacy in Eugene. His memorial has become an iconic place for …
The American running boom icon: Steve PREFONTAINE
Steve PREFONTAINE is arguably the most legendary American long-distance runner, not only for his accomplishments on the track but also for his charismatic personality. Born in 1951...
Steve Prefontaine’s Tragic Death Ended a Brief, Brilliant Running ...
Jun 18, 2020 · Munich Olympics competitor Steve Prefontaine had a spectacular high school and NCAA career in distance running but died at the age of 24.
How Steve Prefontaine Set the Pace for Nike
Mar 21, 2024 · At 15, competing for Marshfield High School in in Coos Bay, Ore., Prefontaine set his first national record, running the 2-mile event in 8:41.5. He won back-to-back state cross …
Steve Prefontaine Bio & Pix - University of Oregon Athletics
Dec 18, 2003 · Stewart passed Prefontaine less than 10 meters from the finish line for the final medal. The Hayward Connection: Pre raced at Hayward Field in 38 races between 1970-75, …
Steve Prefontaine – Track & Field | Oregon Sports Hall of Fame
(Jan. 25, 1951 – May 30, 1975) Steve Prefontaine was the greatest distance runner in the history of Oregon track and field. A native of Coos Bay, “Pre” was the first collegian to capture four …