Nick Kovalakides (born 1939/1940)[2][b] is an American javelin thrower.

Nick Kovalakides
Kovalakides in 1960
Personal information
Born1939 or 1940 (age 84–85)
Princeton, New Jersey, U.S.
Height6 ft 2[1][a] in (188 cm)
Sport
Country United States
SportAthletics
EventJavelin throw
Medal record
Representing  United States
Pan American Games
Athletics
Silver medal – second place 1963 São Paulo Men's javelin throw

Life and career

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Kovalakides was born in Princeton, New Jersey,[3] the son of Greek immigrants.[4] He attended Princeton High School, graduating in 1957.[5]

Kovalakides competed at the 1963 Pan American Games, winning the silver medal in the men's javelin throw event.[6]

Notes

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  1. ^ Kovalakides was 6 foot 2 in 1961
  2. ^ Kovalakides was 19 years old in 1959

References

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  1. ^ "Athlete-Scholar Award Presented to Kovalakides". The Evening Star. Washington, District of Columbia. June 2, 1961. p. 57. Retrieved October 12, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.  
  2. ^ "Terrapins Rule AAU Track; Kovalakides Newest Hero". The Evening Star. Washington, District of Columbia. April 29, 1959. p. 69. Retrieved October 12, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.  
  3. ^ Quadrennial Review of Activities, The Committee, 1961
  4. ^ "Hoyas' Vinton, Terp Trio Gain NCAA Finals". The Evening Star. Washington, District of Columbia. June 13, 1959. p. 12. Retrieved October 12, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.  
  5. ^ Motsinger, Caleb (October 22, 2014). "Your Neighbor: Nick Kovalakides". Observer. Retrieved October 12, 2024.
  6. ^ "1963 Pan American Games: Athletics Results", Pan American Games