Miriam Barnes is an American former hurdler and sprinter specializing in the 400 metres and the 2008 World Athletics Indoor Championships bronze medalist in the 4 × 400 m relay. Before she turned professional with Nike, Inc., Barnes was an All American for the Louisiana Tech Lady Techsters track and field team in the relay. Barnes was in 3rd position and nearly became an Olympian at the 2008 United States Olympic trials, but she fell over the final hurdle and was disqualified.
Miriam Barnes, American sprinter and hurdler
On November 14, in the year 1983, Miriam Barnes, American sprinter and hurdler. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of November 14, a notable event in this corner of history.
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- This event took place on November 14, 1983 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 2 August 2026.
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