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Norwegian Track Coach Husby Passes Away

Norwegian athletics coach Kjell Arve Husby has passed away at the age of 72, just a day before the 30th anniversary of his most celebrated achievement.

Husby, who died Thursday at Oppdal helsesenter, is best remembered for coaching Vebjørn Rodal to a sensational Olympic gold medal in the 800 meters at the 1996 Atlanta Games. The timing of his death is poignant, coming on the eve of the 30th anniversary of that historic triumph.

Throughout his long coaching career, Husby was instrumental in developing Norwegian middle-distance running talent. His family has acknowledged his passing, noting that they are aware of the media coverage surrounding his death. fish-roadgame.com