Bill Disney
American speed skater From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Bill Dale Disney (April 3, 1932 – April 22, 2009)[1] was an American speed skater who competed in the 1960 Winter Olympics and 1964 Winter Olympics.
| Medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
Representing  United States | ||
| Men's Speed skating | ||
| Olympic Games | ||
 | 1960 Squaw Valley | 500 m |
He was born in Topeka, Kansas. Disney won the silver medal at the 1960 Winter Olympics in speed skating. Bill was also selected to be the flag bearer for the 1964 Winter Olympics opening ceremony.[2]
Personal records
| Event | Result | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 m | 39.8 | 1 December 1963 | Colorado Springs |
| 1,500 m | 2:14.4 | 22 December 1963 | Colorado Springs |
| 3,000 m | 5:19.7 | 22 February 1959 | Squaw Valley |
Olympic results
| Event | Result | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 m | 40.3 | 24 February 1960 | Squaw Valley |
| 500 m | 41.1 | 4 February 1964 | Innsbruck |
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