Dave Stephens
- Born
- Feb 8, 1962 (64 years old)
- Events
- Javelin Throw
- Height
- 1.90 m
- Weight
- 104 kg
David Stephens is a retired American javelin thrower born on February 8, 1962. Standing 190 cm and weighing 104 kg, he represented the United States at two Summer Olympics, competing in 1988 and 1996.
Stephens set his personal best of 83.88 metres with the old javelin specification on May 3, 1991, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He graduated from California State University, Northridge in 1987, where he developed the technique that would carry him to two Olympic appearances.
His Olympic experience spanning eight years demonstrated remarkable longevity at the elite level. Qualifying for two Olympic teams in the javelin, one of track and field's most technically demanding events, reflects Stephens's dedication to the sport throughout his career.
As of Oct 27, 2026: Javelin Throw 83.88 (#182 all-time), 1997 season best 74.58 (Jun 14, 1997, Indianapolis, IN (USA)) · 64 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | JT | 74.58 | – | Jun 14, 1997 | Indianapolis, IN (USA) |
| 1996 | JT | 82.10 | – | Jul 6, 1996 | Walnut, CA (USA) |
| 1991 | JT | 83.88 | – | May 3, 1991 | Knoxville, TN (USA) |
| 1990 | JT | 82.02 | – | Jul 31, 1990 | Karlskrona (SWE) |
| 1989 | JT | 77.02 | – | May 20, 1989 | Knoxville, TN (USA) |
| 1988 | JT | 80.60 | – | Aug 27, 1988 | Sacramento, CA (USA) |
| 1987 | JT | 79.86 | – | Apr 26, 1987 | Walnut, CA (USA) |
| 1986 | JT | 75.36 | – | May 16, 1986 | Long Beach, CA (USA) |