Michael Johnson
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Michael Alan•Johnson |
| Used name | Michael•Johnson |
| Born | 27 January 1941 in Los Angeles, California (USA) |
| Measurements | 180 cm / 84 kg |
| Affiliations | Rusty Pelican Club |
| NOC |  United States |
Biography
Michael Johnson came to the 1976 Olympics with good international experience, having competed at the World Championships in 1970 and 1974. Johnson was US Champion in K-2 500 metres in 1974 and 1975. He placed second at the 1973 North American Championship in the K-2 10K. He attended Orange Coast College, graduating in 1961, and competed for the Rusty Pelican Club. In 1976 Johnson worked as a fireman for the Huntington Beach Fire Department.
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 Summer Olympics | Canoe Sprint (Canoeing) | USA |
Michael Johnson | |||
| Kayak Doubles, 500 metres, Men (Olympic) | Bill Leach | 4 h3 r2/4 |