Paul Geis
# Paul Geis

Paul Geoffrey Geis (February 23, 1953 – October 30, 2019) was an American long-distance runner. He competed in the men's 5000 metres at the 1976 Summer Olympics.

## University of Oregon

His Sophomore year he transferred to the University of Oregon to further pursue his running career under Coach Bill Dellinger. His running accolades include being a part of the 1974 NCAA Champion Cross Country Team with Oregon, winning the 1974 NCAA 5000-meter title, and going on to become a 1976 5000-meter Olympic Finalist in Montreal.

His running career was known for his rivalry with Steve Prefontaine.

