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Louis Riecke

Louis Riecke

American weightlifter and former football coach

Louis George "Lou" Riecke Jr. (October 2, 1926 – May 31, 2017) was an Olympic weightlifter for the United States. He also was a coach for the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers.[1]

Weightlifting achievements

  • Olympic Games team member (1964)
  • Set one world record in career

Coaching career

Riecke served as the strength and conditioning coach for the Steelers from 1970 through 1980. During his tenure, the team won four Super Bowls.[2]

References

  1. [1]
    Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "Lou Riecke". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on November 22, 2015. Retrieved December 31, 2019.
  2. [2]
    Roberts, Kim (February 15, 2009). "Four Super Bowl rings reminders of a great time". New Orleans Times-Picayune. Archived from the original on February 21, 2013. Retrieved 2009-02-27.
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