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Farley Gerber

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Birth dateApr 25, 1960
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Farley Gerber is a United States middle-distance runner, born on April 25, 1960. He competes primarily in the 1500m, 3000m and 3000mSt.

His personal bests include 3:40.2h in the 1500m, 8:00.47 in the 3000m, 8:19.27 in the 3000mSt and 5:21.96 in the 2000Metres. He has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Key facts
3000 m steeplechase
8:19.27
#337 all-time
2000 Metres Short Track
5:21.96
1986 season best
8:20.07
Jun 21, 1986 · Eugene, OR (USA)
1986 season best
Age
66 years old

As of Sep 15, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 8:19.27 (#337 all-time), 2000 Metres Short Track 5:21.96, 1986 season best 8:20.07 (Jun 21, 1986, Eugene, OR (USA)) · 66 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1986
3000mSt
8:20.07-Jun 21, 1986
↑
Eugene, OR (USA)
1985
3000mSt
8:21.99-Jun 16, 1985
↑
Indianapolis, IN (USA)
1984
1500m
3:40.2h-May 12, 1984-Modesto, CA (USA)
1984
2000Metres
5:21.96-Jun 28, 1984-Oslo (NOR)
1984
3000m
8:00.47-Jul 1, 1984-Byrkjelo (NOR)
1984
3000mSt
8:19.27-Jun 1, 1984
↑
Eugene, OR (USA)
1983
3000mSt
8:27.66-Jun 19, 1983
↑
Indianapolis, IN (USA)

1986

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:29.37-Jul 7-
3000mSt
8:20.07-Jun 21Eugene TAC Championships, Eugene, OR
3000mSt
8:28.58-Jun 7-

1985

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:28.43-Jun 21-
3000mSt
8:21.99-Jun 16Indianapolis TAC Championships, Indianapolis, IN
3000mSt
8:24.69-Jun 1Eugene Prefontaine Classic, Eugene, OR

1984

13 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:26.83-Jul 17Stockholm
3000mSt
8:38.39-Jul 10Athletissima Lausanne, Lausanne
3000mSt
8:28.39-Jul 10-
3000mSt
8:24.42-Jul 6Hengelo Adriaan Paulen Memorial, Hengelo
3000mSt
8:26.14-Jul 4-
3000m
8:00.47-Jul 1Byrkjelo
2000Metres
5:21.96-Jun 28Oslo Bislett Games, Oslo
3000mSt
8:22.54-Jun 23Los Angeles US Olympic Trials, Los Angeles, CA
3000mSt
8:29.81-Jun 21-
3000mSt
8:19.27-Jun 1Eugene NCAA Championships, Eugene, OR
1500m
3:40.2HT-May 12Modesto, CA
3000mSt
8:24.72-May 4Eugene, OR
3000mSt
8:25.8-Apr 21-

1983

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:29.07-Jul 8-
3000mSt
8:27.66-Jun 19Indianapolis TAC Championships, Indianapolis, IN
3000mSt
8:28.48-Jun 17Indianapolis TAC Championships, Indianapolis, IN
3000mSt
8:32.58-Jun 3Houston NCAA Championships
3000mSt
8:32.82-Jun 1Houston NCAA Championships, Houston, TX

Honours

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Eugene NCAA Championships

3000 Metres Steeplechase

1984
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Farley Gerber's 3000 m steeplechase personal best?

Farley Gerber's 3000 m steeplechase personal best is 8:19.27, set on Jun 1, 1984 in Eugene, OR (USA), #337 on the all-time list.

Which events does Farley Gerber compete in?

Farley Gerber competes in the 3000 m steeplechase and 2000 Metres Short Track.

How did Farley Gerber perform in 1986?

1986 season best: 8:20.07, set on Jun 21, 1986 in Eugene, OR (USA).