Byron LaBeach (11 October 1930 – 12 December 2021) was a Jamaican sprinter who competed in the 1952 Summer Olympics.
Life and career
LaBeach was born in Kingston, Jamaica, on 11 October 1930. He won gold medals at the Central American and Caribbean Games with the Jamaican 4×100 metres relay and 4×400 metres relay teams. He was the brother of Panamanian sprinter Lloyd La Beach. Byron LaBeach died on 12 December 2021, at the age of 91.
Competition record
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Representing Jamaica | |||||
| 1952 | Olympics | Helsinki, Finland | 5th, Qtr 1 | 100 m | 11.05/11.0 |
References
- ^ Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "Byron LaBeach". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 17 April 2020. Retrieved 11 May 2012.
- ^ a b "Former Jamaican Olympian, Byron LaBeach Dies at Age 91". South Florida Caribbean News. Retrieved 15 December 2021.
