Frank Castleman

American football and baseball coach

Frank Castleman - American football and baseball coach
Born

1877
148 years ago

Died

October 9th, 1946
78 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional American football and baseball. Served as a coach in both sports after his playing career. Contributed to the development of players and teams at various levels. Helped improve athletic programs in educational institutions during coaching tenure.

Played for the Green Bay Packers in the NFL

Coached baseball at the collegiate level

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