Bob Feerick
Basketball coach and player, 1947 All-Star
Born
January 2nd, 1920
105 years ago
Died
1976
49 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A basketball player and coach, gained recognition for playing as a guard in the National Basketball Association. Played for the Washington Capitals from 1946 to 1949 and participated in the 1947 All-Star Game. Transitioned to coaching after retirement from playing, serving as head coach for the University of San Francisco and contributing to the development of collegiate basketball in California.
Played for Washington Capitals in the NBA
Participated in the 1947 NBA All-Star Game
Coached University of San Francisco basketball team
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