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Tom Pukstys
- Born
- May 28, 1968 (58 years old)
- Birthplace
- Glen Ellyn, United States
- Events
- Javelin Throw
- Height
- 1.88 m
- Weight
- 98 kg
Tom Pukstys is an American former javelin thrower born on May 28, 1968, in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Standing 188 cm and weighing 98 kg, he was a six-time U.S. javelin champion and one of America's premier throwers of his era.
Pukstys represented the United States at two consecutive Summer Olympics, competing in 1992 and 1996. His six national titles demonstrated remarkable consistency and dominance in the American javelin ranks throughout the 1990s.
His Olympic appearances and unprecedented run of national championships established Pukstys as one of the most accomplished American javelin throwers in history. The combination of longevity and success at the domestic level reflected his dedication to mastering the technically demanding event.
As of Oct 28, 2026: Javelin Throw 87.12 (#66 all-time), 2004 season best 78.85 (May 1, 2004, La Jolla, CA (USA)) · 58 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | JT | 78.85 | – | May 1, 2004 | La Jolla, CA (USA) |
| 2003 | JT | 79.31 | – | May 10, 2003 | Modesto, CA (USA) |
| 2001 | JT | 79.48 | – | Jul 15, 2001 | Lappeenranta (FIN) |
| 2000 | JT | 84.25 | – | Aug 23, 2000 | Karlstad (SWE) |
| 1999 | JT | 84.11 | – | Jul 11, 1999 | Pihtipudas (FIN) |
| 1998 | JT | 85.06 | – | Apr 26, 1998 | Knoxville, TN (USA) |
| 1997 | JT | 87.12 | – | May 25, 1997 | Jena (GER) |
| 1996 | JT | 86.82 | – | Aug 25, 1996 | Sheffield (GBR) |