John O. Underman[1] (August 17, 1925 – October 23, 1969)[2][3] was an American basketball player. Underman was selected in the 1947 BAA draft by the St. Louis Bombers after a collegiate career at Ohio State (OSU), although he never played professionally.[4][5] Underman went to West High School in Columbus prior to choosing hometown OSU for college.[6] He led the Big Nine Conference in scoring as a junior in 1945–46, the same season the Buckeyes made the NCAA Final Four and won the Third Place game.
 Underman from the 1946 Makio | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 17, 1925 Elyria, Ohio U.S. |
| Died | October 23, 1969 (aged 44) Elyria, Ohio, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Career information | |
| High school | West (Columbus, Ohio) |
| College | Ohio State (1943–1947) |
| BAA draft | 1947: 1st round, 7th overall pick |
| Selected by the St. Louis Bombers | |
| Position | Center |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Stats at Basketball Reference | |
Underman then became an oral surgeon.[3] He died in a car crash on October 23, 1969, at age 44.[7]
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