Kevin Mcmahon
- Born
- May 26, 1972 (54 years old)
- Events
- Hammer Throw
Kevin McMahon is a retired American hammer thrower born on May 26, 1972. He graduated from Georgetown University in 1994 with a degree in English and Fine Arts and went on to represent the United States at two consecutive Summer Olympics, beginning in 1996.
McMahon was a two-time USA Champion in the hammer throw, winning national titles in 1997 and 2001. He also claimed the silver medal at the 1999 Pan American Games in Winnipeg, Manitoba. His international career spanned multiple championship competitions at both the Olympic and continental levels.
Following his competitive career, McMahon became a member of the Faculty of Fine Arts at his alma mater, Bellarmine College Preparatory. He is also a member of Art of the Olympians, an organization bringing together Olympic athletes who are also accomplished artists, reflecting his dual passions for athletics and the arts.
As of Oct 27, 2026: Hammer Throw 79.26 (#141 all-time), 2008 season best 75.08 (May 10, 2008, Modesto, CA (USA)) · Last competition: USA Olympic Team Trials, Jul 4, 2008, 74.49 · 54 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | HT | 75.08 | – | May 10, 2008 | Modesto, CA (USA) |
| 2004 | HT | 75.42 | – | Apr 18, 2004 | Walnut, CA (USA) |
| 2003 | HT | 74.09 | – | Apr 11, 2003 | Berkeley, CA (USA) |
| 2002 | HT | 75.90 | – | May 21, 2002 | Sacramento, CA (USA) |
| 2001 | HT | 76.52 | – | Jun 21, 2001 | USA Championships |
| 2000 | HT | 78.55 | – | Jun 4, 2000 | Burnaby (CAN) |
| 1999 | HT | 79.26 | – | May 30, 1999 | Eugene, OR (USA) |
| 1998 | HT | 76.15 | – | May 2, 1998 | Sacramento, CA (USA) |