Nell Jackson

Dr. Nell Jackson (July 1, 1929, Athens, Georgia – April 1, 1988, Vestal, New York) was an Olympic sprinter and track coach. In 1956, she was the first African-American be named head coach of the U.S. Olympic Women's Track and Field Team. She also served as the head coach in the 1972 Olympic Games.

Nell Jackson

Dr. Nell Jackson (July 1, 1929, Athens, Georgia – April 1, 1988, Vestal, New York) was an Olympic sprinter and track coach. In 1956, she was the first African-American be named head coach of the U.S. Olympic Women's Track and Field Team. She also served as the head coach in the 1972 Olympic Games.