{
  "id": 11267420,
  "title": "Three-time NCAA champion Pat Clohessy, a UH cross country and track standout, dies at 93",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/three-time-ncaa-champion-pat-clohessy-a-uh-cross-country-and-track",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-01T19:58:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/three-time-ncaa-champion-pat-195855949.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pat Clohessy, a celebrated three-time national champion in cross country and track and field from the University of Houston, passed away on Monday at the age of 93, according to a statement from the university.\n\nClohessy was a key member of the Cougars' 1960 cross country team, which triumphed in the national title under the guidance of coach Johnny Morriss. In addition to his team achievements, Clohessy secured individual NCAA outdoor track titles in the 3-mile race in 1961 and 1962.\n\nRecognized as a three-time cross country All-American from 1959 to 1961, Clohessy's legacy in the sport extended beyond his athletic accomplishments. He served as a coach, teacher, and mentor, shaping the careers of numerous athletes and coaches worldwide, as acknowledged by UH director of track and field and cross country, Will Blackburn.\n\nIn a joint statement, the university expressed its profound condolences to Clohessy's family and to all those who had the privilege of knowing him. The university emphasized that \"Once a Cougar, always a Cougar.\"\n\nCross country joins the University of Houston's 16-time national champion men's golf program as the sole UH team sport to have claimed a national championship title.",
  "summary": "Clohessy helped UH win its 1960 cross country national title, then captured NCAA outdoor track championships in the 3-mile in 1961 and 1962.",
  "key_points": [
    "Pat Clohessy, three-time NCAA champion, dies at 93",
    "Led 1960 UH cross country team to national title",
    "Served as coach, teacher, and mentor to many athletes"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}