Andy Bloom

Andrew Bloom is an American former shot putter born on August 11, 1973, in Stamford, Connecticut. Standing 183 cm tall and weighing 117 kg, he achieved success at both the collegiate and international levels.

Bloom was an Olympic shot putter, two-time national indoor shot put champion, and World University Games champion. He also won NCAA titles in both the discus and shot put, demonstrating his versatility in the throwing events.

His NCAA double and national titles established him as one of America's top throwers during his competitive career, representing the strength of American throwing traditions.