Reese Hoffa
Olympic shot putter, three-time Olympian
Reese Hoffa (born November 10, 1983) is an American track and field athlete specializing in the shot put. Born in the Pacific Northwest, Hoffa became one of the United States' premier shot putters in the 2000s and 2010s. He competed in three Olympic Games (2004, 2008, and 2012), earning medals for Team USA and establishing himself as a consistent world-class performer. Hoffa was a four-time U.S. Olympic trials winner and competed at the highest levels of international athletics throughout his career. His achievements include multiple national records and podium finishes at major championships. Beyond his athletic accomplishments, Hoffa represented American strength and determination in field events during a competitive era of international track and field.
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American
1983
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Reese
Welsh origin
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