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Jack Weyman Nelson (November 8, 1931 – November 5, 2014) was an American competition swimmer and swimming coach. Nelson competed at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, Australia representing the United States.
Nov 11, 2014 · Jack Nelson, an Olympic swimmer and coach who directed a quartet of American women to a surprising gold medal in the 400-meter freestyle relay at the 1976 Games in Montreal, died on Wednesday...
Nov 3, 2023 · Netflix’s sports biographical film ‘Nyad’ sheds light on Coach Jack Nelson’s presence in the life of renowned swimmer Diana Nyad. When Diana was an emerging swimmer, Nelson played an integral role in motivating her. However, their mentor-mentee relationship came to an end when he hurt her.
Nov 5, 2014 · FORT LAUDERDALE –Jack Nelson, who was a major force in coaching the American women to gold over the East Germans in the 400 free relay at the 1976 Olympics, passed away this morning from...
Nov 5, 2014 · Jack Nelson, a US Olympic swimmer and coach, died in 2014 due to Alzheimer's disease. He coached five Olympic medalists and led the women's team to a world record in 1976.
Nelson was hooked on the sport that has made him a household name among swimmers the world over. He is the only man in swimming ever to hold the distinction of placing in the finals at the Olympics and then going on to serve as an Olympic head coach (1986 women’s Montreal team).
Jack Nelson is a legendary swim coach who has produced many Olympians and world record holders. He also competed in the 1956 Olympics in butterfly and was the head coach of the 1976 women's team.
