Al Joyner Biography

Al Joyner is a former track and field star that won the gold medal in triple jump at the 1984 Olympics for Team USA.  With his win, he became the first African-American in 80 years to capture gold in the event.  As a collegian, Joyner was a three-time NCAA indoor and outdoor champion at Arkansas State.  The East St. Louis, Illinois native is a member of the Arkansas State Track and Field Hall of Fame, Arkansas Track and Field Hall of Fame, and Illinois Track and Field Hall of Fame.  Joyner is perhaps best known for being the brother to three-time gold medalist Jackie Joyner Kersee and husband to three-time gold medalist Florence Griffith-Joyner.  When his wife tragically died in 1998, he kept her legacy going with multiple charities.  Joyner has also served as a track coach for individuals and various organizations.  

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