Cirilo mcsween biography sample

Dec. 4,

Illini men's track and field legend Cirilo McSween passed away on Nov. 5, McSween lettered for Illinois from and was Big Ten indoor champion in the yards in and Big Ten outdoor champion in the yards in and Despite his accomplishments on the track, McSween was more well-known for his humanitarian, business and political work outside of athletics.

Below is a brief synopsis of his life:

Cirilo A. McSween was the ultimate success story, beginning in Panama where he often ran around barefoot because his family couldn't afford shoes. McSween excelled as an athlete, scholar, banker, entrepreneur, restaurateur and civil rights advocate in his lifetime, holding various careers and receiving an abundance of accolades and honors.

CIRILO, A Legacy Untold

Propelling him was his tremendous work ethic along with passion and integrity. At an early age, McSween was recognized as having enormous athletic ability in running. He began competing in local, central, regional and c