Daniel Haugh is an American track and field athlete and specializes in hammer throw events. He participated in the 2020 Olympics however, finished in 11th place. Haugh currently holds #6 spot in the Men's Hammer Throw event for five weeks, which is also his highest world ranking. In addition, he has the highest world ranking of 156 in Men's Discus Throw which he held for a week. Apart from this, Haugh held the Men's Overall Ranking of 171 for a week. Haugh has ten medals at the National Championships, including 5 gold, 4 silver, and 1 bronze.
What is Daniel Haugh’s Nationality?
Daniel Haugh is of American nationality. Haugh represented the United States in the previous Olympics held in Japan in 2020 and at the World Athletics Championships held in Hungary in 2023. The two-time All-American represented the USA in Europe v USA match held in 2019 and finished in the 5th place. Haugh was a member of the Team USA at the World Athletics Championships in the same year which was held in Doha, Qatar, however, wasn't able to qualify for the final. Haugh, The two-time SEC Champion is also a two-time USATF Champion in 2018 and 2019.
He came out as a winner with a gold at the USATF Indoor Championship and NCAA Championship in 2019. The Team USA member at the World Championships in 2019 was also an Olympic and Para Olympic Committee member of the United States. Daniel, the one-time Olympian is also a USTFCCCA First Team All-America. Haugh has several accomplishments to his name such as Most Outstanding Field Performer, Conference First Team All-Conference, and Field Athlete of the Week at the ASUN Championships.
Daniel Haugh Hometown
Marietta, Georgia, United States of America is the hometown and birthpalce of Daniel Haugh. He was born and raised there by his parents, Jordan and Yvonne Haugh. The Georgia State Champion 2013 was a participant at the Georgia Class 3A Outdoor Championships and helped St. Pius X Catholic High School to clinch the title. Haugh was named USA Track & Field Junior National Team in 2013. The University of Alabama (2014-2018) alum and track and field member completed a Master's degree in Public Administration from Kennesaw State University where he was also a member of their track and field team (2018-2020).
FAQs on Daniel Haugh
A. Marietta, Georgia, United States of America is the birthplace and hometown of Daniel Haugh.
A. Daniel Haugh is presently 29 years old as of July 2024.
A. Daniel Haugh was a student at St. Pius X Catholic High School, University of Alabama, and Kennesaw State University.
A. Daniel Haugh has 10 medals at the National Championships, 5 gold, 4 silver, and 1 bronze.
A. Daniel Haugh represented the USA in the 2020 Olympics.
