Ben Carnevale
Basketball player and coach, NYU head coach
Born
1915
110 years ago
Died
March 25th, 2008
17 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at New York University and earned recognition for exceptional performance. Transitioned to coaching, serving as head coach at NYU, achieving multiple winning seasons. Contributed to the development of players and the program's reputation in collegiate basketball. In the latter years, engaged in promoting the sport and mentoring young talent.
Played college basketball at NYU
Served as head coach at NYU
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