Margaret Matthews
United StatesRetired- Born
- Aug 5, 1935
- Birthplace
- Griffin, Georgia (USA)
- Height
- 1.65 m
- Weight
- 57 kg
Margaret Matthews is a United States jumper, born on August 5, 1935 in Griffin, Georgia (USA). Standing 1.65 m and weighing 57 kg, She competes primarily in the LJ.
Her personal bests include 5.12 in the LJ. She has earned 1 bronze medal in major international competitions.
1956 season best5.12Nov 27, 1956
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 bronze
Last competitionThe XVI Olympic GamesDec 1, 1956 · 45.52
As of Oct 31, 2026: 1956 season best 5.12 (Nov 27, 1956) · Last competition: The XVI Olympic Games, Dec 1, 1956, 45.52 · Olympic Games: 1 bronze · 91 years old · Retired
Personal bests
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Medals
| Competitions | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Games | – | – | 1 | 1 |
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | LJ | 5.12 | – | Nov 27, 1956 | The XVI Olympic Games |