Flo Hyman

Quick Facts

Full Name	Flo Hyman
Occupation	Olympic Athlete
Date Of Birth	Jul 31, 1954(1954-07-31)
Age	70
Date Of Death	January 24, 1986, Matsue, Shimane, Japan
Birthplace	Los Angeles
Country	United States
Birth City	California
Horoscope	Leo

Flo Hyman Biography

Flo Hyman is one of the most popular and richest Olympic Athlete who was born on July 31, 1954 in Los Angeles, California, United States.

Flora Jean “Flo” Hyman (July 31, 1954 – January 24, 1986) was an American athlete who played volleyball. She was an Olympic silver medalist and played professional volleyball in Japan.

When she was 12, and standing 6 ft 2in (1.88 m) tall, she began playing two- on-two tournaments on the beach, usually with her sister Suzanne as partner. In 1970, at the age of 16, Hyman started playing volleyball professionally. By the time Flo was a senior in high school, she had developed a lethal spike.

Flo Hyman Net Worth

Flo Hyman is one of the richest Olympic Athlete from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Flo Hyman 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Hyman was the second of eight children born to George W Hyman (5 July 1907- 13 July 1987) and Warrene Hyman nee Farrington (4 February 1927-December 1976). As a child, Hyman was self-conscious about her rapid growth and the fact that she towered over her peers. In 1983 she recalled “When they were three foot tall, I was four foot tall. When they were four foot tall, I was five”. Her nickname at school was “Jolly green giant”, but her family and friends persuaded her to be proud of her height and to use it to her advantage. Flo’s final adult height was just over 6 ft 5in (1.96 m). In January 1979, in an interview, Hyman said that she found the stares and questions about her height that she got from strangers irritating but she had learned to live with it.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Flo Hyman height 6 ft 5 in Marcel weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Flo Hyman Dating?

According to our records, Flo Hyman is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Flo Hyman’s is not dating anyone.

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After the Olympics, Hyman moved to Japan to play volleyball professionally, joining the Daiei women’s squad in the Japan Volleyball League. She was so popular in Japan that she began a modeling and acting career there and was constantly in demand. She intended to return to the United States permanently in the Summer of 1986, but never got the chance to do so. On January 24, 1986, Hyman collapsed while sitting on the sidelines after being substituted out in a game against Hitachi in Matsue City. She told her team to keep fighting, then moments later slid to the floor. She was pronounced dead at 9:36 that evening.

Facts & Trivia

Marcel Ranked on the list of most popular Olympic Athlete. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Flo Hyman celebrates birthday on July 31 of every year.

What happened Flo Hyman?

Flo Hyman, perhaps the most recognizable name in international volleyball, collapsed during a match in Japan Friday night and died of heart failure.

What is Flo Hyman famous for?

She was the most famous volleyball player of the time , not just here in the United States, but also worldwide. Flo was a sight for sore eyes in a time when athletics was starting to become all about individual glory. Her charisma and devotion were focused on the team rather than herself as an individual.

Who was the first black woman to play volleyball?

Flora Jean “Flo” Hyman (July 31, 1954 – January 24, 1986) was an American athlete who played volleyball.

Where did Flo Hyman go to college?

Education

Can you play volleyball with Marfan syndrome?

For people with Marfan syndrome active sports such as track, basketball, baseball, volleyball, football, and strenuous activities such as heavy lifting should be avoided because they cause additional heart strain.