Mike Powell
Athletics competitor, long jumper
1963 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
Athletics competitor, long jumper
Born
November 10, 1963
Age
~63 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
athletics competitor
United StatesBorn in Philadelphia
1963
Born in Philadelphia (1963-11-10)
Present
Age ~63
About
Michael Anthony Powell is an American former track and field athlete, the holder of the long jump world record, and a two-time world champion as well as two-time Olympic silver medalist in the event. His world record of 8.95 m was set on August 30, 1991.
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Who is Mike Powell?+
Michael Anthony Powell is an American former track and field athlete, the holder of the long jump world record, and a two-time world champion as well as two-time Olympic silver medalist in the event. His world record of 8.95 m was set on August 30, 1991.
What does the name Mike mean?+
The name Mike means "A diminutive of the male given name Michael.". It is of English origin.
When was Mike Powell born?+
Mike Powell was born on November 10, 1963.
Name Meaning
A diminutive of the male given name Michael.
The name Mike is of English origin, meaning "A diminutive of the male given name Michael.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Mike — November 10, 1963
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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— an admirer
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
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