Harvey Glance, one of the most prolific sprinters in Auburn history and the school’s first Black head coach in any sport, has died, the school announced on Tuesday. He was
Glance had an incredible impact on Auburn. His sprinting career was legendary, seeing him match world records while on the Plains before a professional career that included multiple gold medals and Olympic appearances. Following his sprinting career, Glance returned to Auburn as an assistant coach in 1990. He became the program’s head coach the following year.
Glance equaled the then-world record of 9.9 in the 100 twice in ’76. Glance received 14 All-American nods and was a 12-time SEC Champion during his four years running for legendary Auburn coach Mel Rosen. He also received a degree in Health & Human Performance from Auburn. Forty-seven Tigers have competed in the Olympics in the program’s history. Glance is one of only two to ever earn a gold medal. Glance’s track career saw him earn another five gold medals in various competitions, as well as two silver medals.
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