James E. Sullivan

James Edward Sullivan (November 18, 1862 - September 16, 1914) was an American sports official. He was one of the founders of the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU), and served as its president from 1906 to 1908.

Related Topics:
November 18 - 1862 - September 16 - 1914 - American - Amateur Athletic Union

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

He also was one of the most influential people in the early Olympic movement, although his relationship with IOC president Pierre de Coubertin was tense.

Related Topics:
Olympic - IOC - Pierre de Coubertin

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

In 1930, the AAU established the James E. Sullivan Award in his honour. It is awarded annually to the best amateur athlete in the US.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~