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American basketball and football coach (1893–1960) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Clarence O. Applegran (November 6, 1893 – May 6, 1960) was an American basketball coach. He was the head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball team of the University of Kentucky in 1924–1925, and compiled a 13–8 record.
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Born | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | November 6, 1893||||
Died | May 6, 1960 66) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | (aged||||
Playing career | |||||
1915–1920 | Illinois | ||||
Position(s) | Forward | ||||
Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |||||
Basketball | |||||
1920–1921 | Allegheny | ||||
1921–1923 | Washington University | ||||
1924–1925 | Kentucky | ||||
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Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) | ||||
Weight: | 200 lb (91 kg) | ||||
Career information | |||||
High school: | Lake View (Chicago, Illinois, U.S.) | ||||
College: | Illinois (1915–1920) | ||||
Position: | Guard | ||||
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Applegran attended the University of Illinois and played football and basketball. During the 1919 season, Applegran earned All-American honors as a guard for the Fighting Illini football team.[1] He later played professional football for the Detroit Heralds for the 1920 season before beginning his coaching career.[2]
Applegran, who served in World Wars I and II and rose to the rank of colonel,[2] finished his career at South Shore High School in Chicago, Illinois. At the school, Applegran was known for a booming baritone voice that required no amplification during pep rallies held in the large auditorium.
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