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List of works by Frank Litsky

Adolph Kiefer, a Gold Medal Backstroker in the 1936 Olympics, Dies at 98

The New York Times article (May 5, 2017)

Al Cervi, Hall of Fame N.B.A. Player-Coach, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (November 11, 2009)

Al Oerter, Olympic Discus Champion, Is Dead at 71

The New York Times article (October 2, 2007)

Andy Granatelli Dies at 90; Revved Businesses and Cars

The New York Times article (December 30, 2013)

Ann Curtis, Barrier-Breaking Star Swimmer, Dies at 86

The New York Times article (July 25, 2012)

Arnold Tucker, 95, Celebrated but Overshadowed Quarterback, Is Dead

The New York Times article (September 20, 2022)

Babe Parilli Dies at 87; Standout Quarterback With ‘Houdini Hands’

The New York Times article (July 15, 2017)

Ben Carnevale, 92, Former Coach at Navy, Is Dead

The New York Times article (April 4, 2008)

Benny Parsons, 65, Driver Named One of Nascar’s Best, Dies

The New York Times article (January 17, 2007)

Betty Jameson, a Founder of the L.P.G.A., Dies at 89

The New York Times article (February 11, 2009)

Betty Jameson, an L.P.G.A. Founder, Dies at 89

The New York Times article (February 10, 2009)

Bill Dudley, Slow, Small, but an N.F.L. Star, Dies at 88

The New York Times article (February 5, 2010)

Bill Steinkraus, Equestrian Who Made Olympic History, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (December 7, 2017)

Billy Cannon, Football Star With a Troubled Life, Dies at 80

obituary in the New York Times

Bob Timmons, 91, a Demanding Coach Who Developed a Star Runner, Is Dead

The New York Times article (August 6, 2015)

Buck Dawson, 87, Promoter of Swimming, Is Dead

The New York Times article (April 21, 2008)

Bucko Kilroy, 86, N.F.L. Star and Executive, Dies

The New York Times article (July 12, 2007)

Buddy LeRoux, 77, Boston Sports Fixture, Is Dead

The New York Times article (January 11, 2008)

Butch van Breda Kolff, 84, Fiery Coach, Dies

The New York Times article (August 24, 2007)

Carmen Cozza, Hall of Fame Football Coach at Yale, Dies at 87

The New York Times article (January 4, 2018)

Chris Chataway, British Runner and Politician, Dies at 82

The New York Times article (January 20, 2014)

Clyde Lovellette, Hall of Famer Who Brought Size and Skill to Basketball, Dies at 86

The New York Times article (March 11, 2016)

Collie J. Nicholson, 85, Who Promoted Grambling’s Teams, Is Dead

The New York Times article (September 16, 2006)

Cordner Nelson, Founding Editor of Track & Field News, Dies at 91

The New York Times article (October 30, 2009)

Craig Heyward, Who Was N.F.L.'s Ironhead, Is Dead at 39

The New York Times article (May 29, 2006)

Dan Gurney, Driver and Builder of Racecars, Is Dead at 86

The New York Times article (January 15, 2018)

Dana Zatopkova, Champion Javelin Thrower, Is Dead at 97

The New York Times article (March 13, 2020)

Dante Lavelli, Cleveland Browns Receiver Known as Gluefingers, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (January 22, 2009)

Darlene Hard, Strong-Willed Tennis Star Before Pro Era, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (December 8, 2021)

Darryl Stingley, 55, Paralyzed Player, Dies

The New York Times article (April 6, 2007)

Dave Sime Dies at 79; World’s Fastest Sprinter, but Far From Its Luckiest

The New York Times article (January 16, 2016)

Dick Kazmaier, a Heisman Winner Who Passed on the N.F.L., Dies at 82

The New York Times article (August 2, 2013)

Dick McGuire, a Fixture With the Knicks for More Than Half a Century, Dies at 84

The New York Times article (February 4, 2010)

Diego Corrales, Fighter and Victim of Motorcycle Crash, Dies at 29

The New York Times article (May 9, 2007)

Dodo Cheney, a Tennis Champion for Decades, Dies at 98

The New York Times article (November 26, 2014)

Don Gehrmann, Whose Victory in a Mile Took 314 Days, Dies at 94

The New York Times article (September 7, 2022)

Doris Hart, a Tennis Star Who Deftly Overcame Leg Ailments, Dies at 89

The New York Times article (June 1, 2015)

Dr. Jamie Astaphan, 60, Dies; Gave Olympian Steroids

The New York Times article (August 22, 2006)

Earl Woods, 74, Father of Tiger Woods, Dies

The New York Times article (May 4, 2006)

Ed Temple, Track Coach Who Produced Olympians and National Titles, Dies at 89

The New York Times article (September 24, 2016)

Eddie LeBaron, a Star in the N.F.L. at 5-Foot-7, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (April 3, 2015)

Elmer Lach, a Small but Tough Canadien, Dies at 97

The New York Times article (April 6, 2015)

Ernie Ladd, Hall of Famer in Football and Pro Wrestling, Dies at 68

The New York Times article (March 14, 2007)

Forbes Carlile, Innovative Coach Who Studied Science of Swimming, Dies at 95

The New York Times article (August 3, 2016)

Frank Broyles, Football Coach Who Put Arkansas on Map, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (August 14, 2017)

Frank Budd, Once Known as World’s Fastest Human, Dies at 74

The New York Times article (May 2, 2014)

G. Larry James, Olympic Gold Medalist, Dies at 61

The New York Times article (November 8, 2008)

Gene Bartow, Successor to John Wooden at U.C.L.A., Dies at 81

The New York Times article (January 5, 2012)

George Blanda, Hall of Fame Football Player, Dies at 83

The New York Times article (September 28, 2010)

George Haines, Coach of Elite Swimmers, Dies at 82

The New York Times article (May 3, 2006)

George McAfee, N.F.L. Hall of Famer, Dies at 90

The New York Times article (March 6, 2009)

George Sauer, Jets Receiver and Rebel, Is Dead at 69

The New York Times article (May 11, 2013)

Gump Worsley, 77, Hall of Famer Who Won Four Titles, Is Dead

The New York Times article (January 29, 2007)

Harold Connolly, Who Beat Odds in Olympics and Romance, Dies at 79

The New York Times article (August 20, 2010)

Harrison Dillard, World’s Best Hurdler in the 1940s, Dies at 96

obituary in the New York Times

Heliodoro Rico, 84, Who Led Track and Field Programs, Dies

The New York Times article (July 5, 2006)

Herb Douglas, Olympic Medalist Inspired by Jesse Owens, Dies at 101

The New York Times article (April 24, 2023)

Hobie Billingsley, Coach of a Diving Dynasty, Dies at 95

The New York Times article (July 18, 2022)

Howard Schmertz, Millrose Games Director, Dies at 88

The New York Times article (March 30, 2014)

Ingemar Johansson, Who Beat Patterson for Heavyweight Title, Dies at 76

The New York Times article (February 1, 2009)

Jack Brabham, 88, Who Raced and Built Formula One Winners, Dies

The New York Times article (May 20, 2014)

Jack Riley, U.S. Coach of 1960 Gold Medal Hockey Team, Dies at 95

The New York Times article (February 5, 2016)

Jim Bush, Title-Winning Track Coach at U.C.L.A., Dies at 90

The New York Times article (July 11, 2017)

Jim Ringo, Pro Football Hall of Fame Center, Dies at 75

The New York Times article (November 21, 2007)

Jim Trimble, 87, Football Coach and Executive, Dies

The New York Times article (May 26, 2006)

John A. Nerud, Hall of Fame Thoroughbred Trainer, Dies at 102

The New York Times article (August 14, 2015)

John Devitt, Champion Swimmer With a Tarnished Gold Medal, Dies at 86

The New York Times article (August 18, 2023)

John J. Kelley, Marathon Champion, Dies at 80

The New York Times article (August 22, 2011)

John Landy Dies at 91; Dueled Roger Bannister in ‘Mile of the Century’

The New York Times article (February 25, 2022)

John Uelses, First to Pole-Vault 16 Feet, Is Dead at 85

The New York Times article (July 14, 2023)

John Wooden, Who Built Incomparable Dynasty at U.C.L.A., Dies at 99

The New York Times article (June 4, 2010)

John Woodruff, an Olympian, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (November 1, 2007)

Johnny (Lam) Jones, Texas Track and Football Star, Dies at 60

The New York Times article (March 15, 2019)

Johnny Gibson, 101, Track Coach With a Long Legacy, Is Dead

The New York Times article (January 1, 2007)

Johnny Majors, 85, Winning Coach at Pittsburgh and Tennessee, Dies

The New York Times article (June 3, 2020)

Ken Kavanaugh, 90, Former Bears Receiver and Giants Aide, Is Dead

The New York Times article (February 2, 2007)

Larry Grantham, Defensive Captain of Champion Jets, Dies at 78

The New York Times article (June 19, 2017)

Laszlo Tabori, Celebrated Hungarian Runner Who Bolted to U.S., Dies at 86

obituary in the New York Times

Laurent Fignon, Gruff French Cyclist, Dies at 50

The New York Times article (September 1, 2010)

Lindy Remigino, Olympic Champion Runner, Is Dead at 87

obituary in the New York Times

Lones Wigger Jr., ‘Best Ever’ Rifle Marksman, Is Dead at 80

The New York Times article (December 18, 2017)

Lou Henson, Final Four Coach With Two Schools, Dies at 88

The New York Times article (July 29, 2020)

Louise Suggs, Golf Pioneer, Dies at 91; Helped Found the Women’s Pro Tour

The New York Times article (August 8, 2015)

Maggie Dixon, 28, Who Led Army Women to Tournament

The New York Times article (April 7, 2006)

Mal Whitfield, Olympic Gold Medalist and Tuskegee Airman, Dies at 91

The New York Times article (November 20, 2015)

Mark Harris, Author of ‘Bang the Drum Slowly,’ Is Dead at 84

The New York Times article (June 2, 2007)

Maureen Orcutt, 99, Golf Champion, Dies

The New York Times article (January 12, 2007)

Max McNab, 83, Who Spent 50 Years in Hockey, Dies

The New York Times article (September 6, 2007)

Mel Patton, 89, Who Shattered a Leg and Then Sprinting Records, Is Dead

The New York Times article (May 16, 2014)

Mel Rosen, Coach of Powerful ‘92 Olympics Track Team, Dies at 90

The New York Times article (March 27, 2018)

Mike Heimerdinger, 58, Who Helped to Coach Super Bowl Winners, Is Dead

The New York Times article (October 2, 2011)

Milt Campbell, 78, Olympic Decathlon Champion, Dies

The New York Times article (November 5, 2012)

Norbert Schemansky, Who Won Weight-Lifting Gold but Little Applause Back Home, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (September 9, 2016)

Oleg Protopopov, Who Skated With His Wife to Olympic Gold, Dies at 91

The New York Times article (November 8, 2023)

Ollie Matson, an All-Purpose Football Star, Is Dead at 80

The New York Times article (February 21, 2011)

Parry O’Brien, Pioneer in Shot-Putting Technique, Dies at 75

The New York Times article (April 23, 2007)

Pat Burns Dies at 58; Won Stanley Cup With Devils

The New York Times article (November 20, 2010)

Pat McCormick, Olympic Diving Champion, Is Dead at 92

The New York Times article (March 12, 2023)

Paul Dietzel, Coach Who Led L.S.U. to Its First National Title, Dies at 89

The New York Times article (September 25, 2013)

Payton Jordan, U.S. Track Team Coach, Is Dead at 91

The New York Times article (February 7, 2009)

Pete Carril, Princeton’s Textbook Basketball Coach, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (August 15, 2022)

Peter Daland, Who Coached Swimming Champions, Is Dead at 93

The New York Times article (October 21, 2014)

Phil Moriarty, Coach of Swimmers and Divers at Yale and Olympics, Dies at 98

The New York Times article (August 21, 2012)

Record-Setting Track Star Wes Santee Dies at 78

The New York Times article (November 15, 2010)

Reggie Pearman, Postwar Middle-Distance Runner, Dies at 89

The New York Times article (June 16, 2012)

Richard Quick, Olympic Swimming Coach, Dies at 66

The New York Times article (June 12, 2009)

Robert Taylor Dies at 59; Won 2 Medals in ’72 Olympics

The New York Times article (November 16, 2007)

Ron Clarke, Australian Runner Known for World Records, Dies at 78

The New York Times article (June 18, 2015)

Ron Springs, 54, Fullback for Cowboys

The New York Times article (May 14, 2011)

Sam Bell, Exacting Mentor of College Runners, Dies at 88

The New York Times article (June 28, 2016)

Shirley Fry Irvin, Tennis Star of the ’40s and ’50s, Is Dead at 94

The New York Times article (July 18, 2021)

Stan Huntsman, Track and Field’s Mentor and Passionate Defender, Dies at 84

The New York Times article (November 26, 2016)

Steve Van Buren, 91, Dies; Hall of Fame Halfback

The New York Times article (August 25, 2012)

Ted Lindsay, Hall of Fame Scorer Who Powered Red Wings, Dies at 93

obituary in the New York Times

Tom Courtney, Runner Who Lunged to Grab Olympic Gold, Dies at 90

The New York Times article (August 22, 2023)

Tommy Bolt, a Top Golfer Who Was Known Better for His Temper, Dies at 92

The New York Times article (September 4, 2008)

Tommy Kono, Weight-Lifting Champion Raised in Internment Camp, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (April 30, 2016)

Toni Sailer, Record-Setting Gold Medal Skier, Dies at 73

The New York Times article (August 26, 2009)

Toshiko d’Elia Dies at 84; Gritty Runner Was Champion in an Age Group

The New York Times article (February 21, 2014)

Veikko Karvonen, 81, Top Marathoner in the ’50s, Dies

The New York Times article (August 8, 2007)

Victoria Manalo Draves, Olympic Champion Diver, Dies at 85

The New York Times article (April 30, 2010)

Vince Dooley, Hall of Fame Football Coach for Georgia, Dies at 90

The New York Times article (October 29, 2022)

Walt Dropo, Star at UConn and 1950 Rookie of the Year, Dies at 87

The New York Times article (December 19, 2010)

Walt Michaels, Outspoken Coach of the Jets, Is Dead at 89

obituary in the New York Times

Wayne Collett, Track Medalist Barred Because of a Protest, Dies at 60

The New York Times article (March 18, 2010)

Willye B. White, the First 5-Time U.S. Track Olympian, Dies at 67

The New York Times article (February 7, 2007)