Phillip Spies

Philip Spies (born 21 May 1970) is a retired South African javelin thrower.

The arrival in South Africa of the USA's World Record Holder, Tom Petranoff (in 1989) was a big deciding factor for Spies with regards to choosing athletics over cricket.

IAAF ranked third in the world in 1988 as 17 year old throwing 72,24 meters in Nelspruit, EasternTransvaal with the 800g javelin.

Versatile sportsman who played on the SA Tennis Union circuit in 1990/ 1991, competitive golfer and Remax long drive participant, (412 meters best) and golf handicap of five.

Competed in more than 45 countries worldwide in the colours of Rand Afrikaans University and representing South Africa.