Bo Roberson

United StatesUnited States
Born
Jul 23, 1935
Events
Long Jump

Bo Roberson is a United States jumper, born on July 23, 1935. He competes primarily in the LJ.

His personal bests include 8.11 in the LJ. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Personal best · Long Jump8.11
#570 all-time
1961 season best7.87May 27, 1961 · Modesto, CA
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 silver

As of Nov 14, 2026: Long Jump 8.11 (#570 all-time), 1961 season best 7.87 (May 27, 1961, Modesto, CA (USA)) · Olympic Games: 1 silver · 91 years old

Personal bests

WA points calculator →
DisciplineResultAll-time
LJRoma 1960United States Long Jump all-time list8.111,162 pts#570

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–1–1

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1961LJ 7.87–May 27, 1961Modesto, CA (USA)
1960LJ 8.11–Sep 2, 1960Stadio Olimpico, Roma (ITA)
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Bo Roberson's Long Jump personal best is 8.11, set on Sep 2, 1960 in Stadio Olimpico, Roma (ITA), #570 on the all-time list.

Bo Roberson competes in the Long Jump.

1961 season best: 7.87, set on May 27, 1961 in Modesto, CA (USA).

Bo Roberson has won 1 Olympic Games medal.