William DeHart Hubbard
Legacy
William DeHart Hubbard was a distinguished student-athlete at the University of Michigan and a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
While at Michigan, he excelled in track and field, earning international recognition on July 8th, 1924 when he won the Olympic gold medal in the long jump at the Paris Games. His victory made him the first Black American to win an individual Olympic gold medal, marking a historic achievement in both sports and civil rights history.
Established by Phi Chapter, the William DeHart Hubbard Scholarship Endowment honors his legacy by supporting students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, perseverance, and service, ensuring Brother Hubbard’s impact continues through future generations.
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A Legacy of Excellence
Athletic Achievements
Olympic Gold Medalist: 1924 Paris Games (Long Jump)
Olympian: Competed in the 1924 (Long Jump, Triple Jump) and 1928 (Long Jump) Olympics
World Record Holder: Set a long jump record of 7.89 meters (25 feet 10.75 inches) in 1925
Versatile Sprinter: Equaled the 100-yard dash world record (9.6 seconds) in 1926.
NCAA Champion: Won three NCAA titles - 1923 and 1925 (long jump), 1925 (100-yard dash)
AAU Champion: 6 consecutive AAU long jump titles (1922–1927) and two triple jump titles (1922, 1923)
Big Ten Champion: Seven-time Big Ten Conference champion (50-yard dash, 100-yard dash, long jump)
Collegiate Legacy: Held the Michigan Wolverines outdoor long jump record from 1925 until 1980
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