Leo Freisinger

Leonhard "Leo" Freisinger (February 7, 1916 – August 29, 1985) was an American speed skater who competed at the 1936 Winter Olympics. He won a bronze medal in the 500 m and placed fourth in the 1500 m event.[1] He won the U.S. National Indoor title in 1937 and 1938 and the National and North American Outdoor title in 1940. In 1938 he set a world record over 500 m at a meet in Davos, Switzerland, but Hans Engnestangen beat this record a few minuted later. Freisinger was selected for the 1940 Olympics, but they were canceled due to World War II. Later he became a figure skater in professional ice shows, and coached the 1964 American Olympic speed skating team.[1]

Leo Freisinger

Freisinger in 1934
Personal information
Born	February 7, 1916 Chicago, U.S.
Died	August 29, 1985 (aged 69) Mission Viejo, U.S.
Sport
Sport	Speed skating
Club	Chicago CYO
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)	500 m – 41.9 (1938) 1500 m – 2:18.9 (1938) 5000 m – 8:41.4 (1938)[1]
Medal record Representing  United States Olympic Games 1936 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 500 m