Payton missed his Olympic Games opportunity as an athlete due to WWII. Yet, he continued to let the competitive juices flow as a master's athlete. He was still active as an athlete as little as two years ago, when he established a World Record in the 80-84 age category in the 100 meters. coaching.usolympicteam.com:80
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Payton was enshrined after a long and successful coaching career at Occidental College and Stanford. He was a staunch supporter of the Relays from its inception until his retirement from coaching in 1979. During his 23 year tenure as Stanford coach, Pay vm.mtsac.edu/relays/HallFame/Jordan.htm
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Payton was enshrined after a long and successful coaching career at Occidental College and Stanford. He was a staunch supporter of the Relays from its inception until his retirement from coaching in 1979. During his 23 year tenure as Stanford coach, Pay ibm.mtsac.edu/relays/HallFame/Jordan.htm