Buzz Knoblauch
James Bernard "Buzz" Knoblauch (April 22, 1912 – March 7, 1984)[1][2] was an American professional basketball player.[3][4] He played in the United States' National Basketball League (NBL) for the Oshkosh All-Stars in three games during the 1939–40 season.[3] He scored two career points in the NBL.[3]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 22, 1912 Martel, Nebraska |
| Died | March 7, 1984 (aged 71) Cambridge, Wisconsin |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Listed weight | 163 lb (74 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Tomah (Tomah, Wisconsin) |
| College | Carroll (1933–1936) |
| Position | Forward |
| Number | 25 |
| Career history | |
| As player: | |
| 1939 | Oshkosh All-Stars |
| 1940–1941 | Milwaukee Omars |
| 1943–1946 | Milwaukee Allen-Bradleys |
| As coach: | |
| 194?–195? | Cambridge HS |
Prior to the NBL, Knoblauch played for Carroll University and is regarded as one of the program's best ever players.[5] He also played for the school's football team.[6]
References
- "James B. Knoblauch – Cambridge". Wisconsin Football Coaches Association. Wisconsin Sports Network. Retrieved September 13, 2015.
- "James Knoblauch (1912–1984)". AncientFaces.com. Retrieved September 13, 2015.
- "Bernard Knoblauch NBL stats". basketball-reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Retrieved September 13, 2015.
- "All Stars Clash Here Tomorrow Night". Rhinelander Daily News. December 12, 1939. p. 6. Retrieved September 13, 2015 – via Newspapers.com.
- "The All Stars". Rhinelander Daily News. November 28, 1939. p. 6. Retrieved September 13, 2015 – via Newspapers.com.
- "Vikes to Battle at Carroll Homecoming". The Lawrentian. October 21, 1937. p. 5. Retrieved September 13, 2015.
External links
- Hall of Fame entry – Wisconsin Football Coaches Association
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