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Lorna Griffin

Lorna Griffin

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Birth dateJun 9, 1956
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Lorna Griffin is a United States thrower, born on June 9, 1956. She competes primarily in the SP and DT.

Her personal bests include 17.71 in the SP and 62.80 in the DT. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Key facts
Discus Throw
62.80
Shot Put
17.71
#479 all-time
1988 season best
60.14
Jun 18, 1988 · Los Angeles, CA (USA)
1988 season best
Age
70 years old

As of Sep 18, 2026: Discus Throw 62.80, Shot Put 17.71 (#479 all-time), 1988 season best 60.14 (Jun 18, 1988, Los Angeles, CA (USA)) · 70 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1988
DT
60.14-Jun 18, 1988
↑
Los Angeles, CA (USA)
1984
SP
17.00-Aug 3, 1984
↑
Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA (USA)
1984
DT
62.80-Jul 15, 1984
↑
Walnut, CA (USA)
1983
SP
17.71-Jun 26, 1983
↑
Los Angeles, CA (USA)
1983
DT
61.94-Jun 4, 1983
↑
Eugene, OR (USA)

1988

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
60.14-Jun 18Eagle Rock, Los Angeles, CA

1984

6 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
DT
50.16-Aug 11The XXIII Olympic Games, Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA
DT
53.34-Aug 10The XXIII Olympic Games, Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA
SP
17.00-Aug 3The XXIII Olympic Games, Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA
DT
62.80-Jul 15Walnut, CA
DT
62.64-May 12Modesto, CA
DT
61.14-Mar 3San Diego, CA

1983

10 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
SP
16.61-Aug 28Caracas Pan American Games, Caracas
DT
56.67-Aug 27Caracas Pan American Games, Caracas
SP
16.50-Aug 10IAAF World Championships, Olympiastadion, Helsinki
SP
16.50-Aug 7IAAF World Championships, Olympiastadion, Helsinki
SP
17.45-Jul 3Colorado Springs, CO
SP
17.71-Jun 26Los Angeles, CA
DT
61.94-Jun 4Eugene Prefontaine Classic, Eugene, OR
DT
60.02-May 14Modesto ModR, Modesto, CA
SP
17.55-Apr 29San Diego, CA
DT
58.02-Apr 17Northridge, CA

Honours

No medals

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Lorna Griffin's Discus Throw personal best?

Lorna Griffin's Discus Throw personal best is 62.80, set on Jul 15, 1984 in Walnut, CA (USA).

Which events does Lorna Griffin compete in?

Lorna Griffin competes in the Discus Throw and Shot Put.

How did Lorna Griffin perform in 1988?

1988 season best: 60.14, set on Jun 18, 1988 in Los Angeles, CA (USA).