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About Ron O'Brien
Ron O’Brien, an extremely influential figure in the world of competitive diving, passed away in November 2024 at the age of 86. Over the course of his career, he served as the head coach for the U.S. Olympic diving team at eight consecutive Games, from 1968 through 1996. His athletes secured 12 Olympic medals (five gold, three silver, and four bronze), highlighting his unparalleled coaching. O’Brien’s influence extended beyond the Olympics as he also coached at seven World Cups, seven World Championships, and four Pan American Games, guiding divers to numerous titles and setting a standard for excellence in the sport.
Beyond his coaching achievements, O’Brien was a mentor who shaped the lives of his athletes. His legacy includes the induction into multiple Hall of Fames, such as the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Hall of Fame, the International Swimming Hall of Fame, and the Ohio State University Sports Hall of Fame. The Ron O’Brien Diving Well at Ohio State University stands as a testament to his impact on the sport. His dedication to coaching and his athletes left an indelible mark on the world.
Mystery
To find the coordinates of this cache, you must solve the questions below about Ron O'Brien. Each question will correspond with a letter of the English alphabet and will provide you with digits. The incomplete coordinates of the cache (See Below) will have letters in the place of the digits. Replace these letters with the correct digits to find the location of the cache. Do not replace the capital "N" or "W" in the coordinates with anything. Don't forget to check your answer with certitude before embarking. Have fun!
N aa ad.bge W ffe ab.cfc
a: The third digit of his birth year
b: The second digit of his ISHOF induction year
c: The number of children he had
d: The number of children and grandchildren he had combined
e: The third digit in his retirement as head coach at Ohio State University
f: The fourth digit of his fourth year coaching the Mission Viejo Nadadores
g: How many Olympic Games did he compete in himself (not including Olympic Trials)
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