Who was the most successful US Olympian in 2012?

United States at the 2012 Summer Olympics. Allyson Felix became the most successful U.S. track-and-field athlete at the event, winning three gold medals. Swimmer Michael Phelps emerged as the most decorated athlete in Olympic history, with a total of 22 medals won (including four gold and two silver medals in London) – 18 gold,…

Where did the United States compete in the 2012 Olympics?

United States at the 2012 Summer Olympics. Jump to navigation Jump to search. The United States of America, represented by the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), competed at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, from July 27 to August 12, 2012.

Who was the USA mens Olympic basketball coach in 2012?

While the roster appeared to be weakened by the injuries to its inside players, Team USA executive director Jerry Colangelo believed the team was deeper, more athletic and more experienced than the 2008 gold-medal team. The following is the United States roster in the men’s basketball tournament of the 2012 Summer Olympics.

Are there any high schools that have produced Olympic gold medalists?

Relatively few high schools have the depth to have produced more than one Olympic gold medalist. St. Patrick’s High School (Kenya): Peter Rono 1988, Matthew Birir 1992, David Rudisha 2012. Note: Between Wilson Kipketer and David Rudisha the school has also held the world record for 800 metres since August 13, 1997.

Who was the US flag bearer at the 2012 Olympics?

Former basketball player and five-time Olympic champion Teresa Edwards served as the U.S. team’s chef de mission. Double Olympic champion Mariel Zagunis became the third fencer and sixth female athlete to serve as the United States flag bearer at the opening ceremony.

Who is the most decorated athlete in Olympic history?

Swimmer Michael Phelps emerged as the most decorated athlete in Olympic history, with a total of 22 medals won (including four gold and two silver medals in London) – 18 gold, 2 silver and 2 bronze medals – surpassing Larisa Latynina’s overall Olympic medal count.