Bill Hargiss with the U. S. Air Force Olympic Team, 1960
Oxnard, CA
Note by Genevieve Hargiss:
In November of 1959 Bill was hospitalized for several weeks after undergoing
kidney surgery. While he was recovering he received a surprise invitation to train
and coach air force athletes for the Olympic trials. At first he was not sure he
would be well enough, but the prospect delighted him and seemed to speed the regaining
of his strength. It was no problem to obtain a leave of absence from the Kansas
Athletic Commission for a few months, and he went to Oxnard, California early in
February, 1960. The experience renewed his self-esteem and put a fitting cap on
his coaching career.
USAF letter
Hargiss coaches again
Letters to home
World Wide Track Meet 1960
Hargiss USAF photos
Letter of appreciation
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