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Manhattan University Athletic Hall of Fame

John Ogle

  • Class
    1951
  • Induction
    2006
  • Sport(s)
    Men's Track & Field
One of the most accomplished throwers in Manhattan Track and Field history, Ogle graduated holding school records in the shotput, the discus, and the weight throws. He won the shot and weight titles at the Junior Metropolitan AAU Indoor Championships as a sophomore and junior. Ogle saved his best for his senior season, pacing the Jaspers to the Junior National AAU Indoor Championship with first place finishes in shot and weight, while breaking the meet record in the weight with a throw of 57’ 1/4”. He throwing prowess also helped lead Manhattan to team titles at the Metropolitan ICAAU Indoor, ICAAAA Indoor, and Met ICAAU Outdoor Championships. The IC4A Indoor title was the first for Manhattan since 1939.
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