title: Sam Perry (athlete)
text: # Sam Perry (athlete)
  
  Sam Perry was an American track and field athlete who held the world record for the 60 y sprint and who was twice United States champion at that event.
  
  ## Track career
  
  Perry ran for the Fordham University track team.
  
  In 1965, Perry, equalled the world record of 5.9 s for 60 yards of Bob Hayes whilst running for his college track team at the Millrose Games.
  
  In 1963 and 1965, Perry became national indoor champion at 60 y.
  
  ## Accolades and awards
  
  In 1977, Perry was inducted into the hall of fame of the Fordham University Rams.
  
  In 1995, Perry's old high school, Passaic High School, named their new track after him
  
  ## Personal life
  
  Perry was also a graduate of Columbia Law School.
  
  In later life, Perry became an attorney and a city councilman in Passaic, New Jersey.
  
  