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Alma Richards Net Worth

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Alma Richards was an American high jumper who won an Olympic gold medal in 1912, making him the first Utah resident to take first place at any Olympic event. Born in February 20, 1890, Richards had a net worth of $1 million at the time of his death. He was a successful athlete and a great inspiration to many.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day	February 20, 1890
Birth Place	UT
Age	129 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign	Pisces

💰 Net worth: $1 million (2024)

About

American high jumper who won an Olympic gold medal in 1912, becoming the first Utah resident to take first place at any Olympic event.

Before Fame

After returning to school at the suggestion of a traveling professor he met one night, he was spotted playing basketball at Brigham Young University.

Trivia

His newfound high-jumping ability inspired him to also enter the 1916 Olympics, but his dreams of multiple medals never materialized; the games were cancelled by WWI.

Family Life

He was born in Parowan, Utah, to Mormon pioneer parents.

Associated With

Cael Sanderson was another Olympic medal winner - he specialized in freestyle wrestling.

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