Bob Kurland

Basketball player and politician

Bob Kurland - Basketball player and politician
Born

December 23rd, 1924
100 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An accomplished basketball player and politician, contribution to the sport included winning two NCAA championships with Oklahoma State University in 1945 and 1946. Later, transitioned into a political career, representing the interests of his community. Served in various capacities that focused on local development and sporting initiatives.

Won two NCAA championships with Oklahoma State University

Elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1974

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