Olympian Profile: Andrew Valmon – University of Maryland Athletics

In addition to his Olympic appearances as an athlete, Valmon served as the men’s head U.S. Olympic track coach for the 2012 London Olympics. The U.S. men’s team received 13 medals in track and field, including four gold medals. He also coached internationally at the 2008 NACAC Championship, 2009 World Outdoor Championships, and 2010 World Indoor Championships.

Valmon attended Seton Hall University, where he had a best finish at the NCAA meet of fifth in the 400 in 1987. He later became the track coach at Georgetown University from 1999-2003. In 2003, Valmon began coaching at the University of Maryland. 

During Valmon’s tenure, more than 50 student-athletes have earned All-American honors for their athletic performances. More than 50 school records have been established since Valmon took the helm.