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Bill Dellinger, Runner and Track Coach Who Mentored Stars, Dies at 91

After running the 5,000 meters in three Olympics, he coached the likes of Steve Prefontaine and Joaquim Cruz at his alma mater, the University of Oregon.

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Bill Dellinger of the United States (No. 263) crossed the finish line in winning the gold medal in the 5,000-meter race at the 1959 Pan American Games in Chicago.
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