Dwight Stones

Dwight Stones, born on December sixth, nineteen fifty-three, is a distinguished American athletics competitor renowned for his remarkable achievements in the men's high jump. Over the course of his illustrious sixteen-year career, he not only secured two Olympic bronze medals but also set three world records, showcasing his exceptional talent and dedication to the sport.

Stones' prowess on the field was complemented by his remarkable ability to engage with audiences as a television commentator. In nineteen eighty-four, he made history by becoming the first athlete to both compete and serve as an announcer at the same Olympic Games. This unique dual role paved the way for his successful career as a color analyst, where he has contributed to the coverage of track and field for all three major networks in the United States.

His expertise was prominently displayed during the NBC Sports coverage of the two thousand eight Summer Olympics, where he provided insightful commentary on the events. Beyond his broadcasting career, Stones has been honored with induction into several prestigious halls of fame, including the US Track Hall of Fame, the California Sports Hall of Fame, the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame, and the Orange County Jewish Sports Hall of Fame.