Edmund Lamy

Edmund A. Lamy (18 January 1891 – 6 September 1962[1]) was an American amateur and professional speed skater primarily active in the 1910s and 1920s.

Lamy first came into prominence on the speed skating scene during the 1907–1908 winter, and was seen as a worthy successor of the former amateur speed skater Morris Wood who turned professional in 1908.

[2] In 1909, aged 18, "the Saranac Lake whirlwind", as he was nicknamed, had already taken over the reign as amateur skating champion.

[3] After Lamy turned professional, him and Morris Wood would race against each other in the pro ranks.

[5] He was a speedy outfielder who hit around .300 in his 6-year career.