About Anselmo López
Lived 1910 – 2004 (aged 94). Anselmo López was a Spanish basketball coach and basketball player.
Anselmo López (May 5, 1910 in Velayos, Spain – December 14, 2004 in Madrid, Spain) was a Spanish basketball coach and administrator. He was a head coach of the Spain national basketball team in 1947–1950, president of the Spanish Basketball Federation in 1966–1971, vice-president (in 1967–1971) and Secretary General (in 1971–1986) of the Spanish Olympic Committee. He was awarded the top civil distinction in Spain, Gran Cruz de la Real Orden del Mérito Civil, in 1991. He was awarded the FIBA Order of Merit, in 1994. In 2007, he was enshrined in the FIBA Hall of Fame as a contributor.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Anselmo López?
Spanish basketball coach (1910–2004)
When was Anselmo López born?
Anselmo López was born on 5 May 1910 in Velayos.
When did Anselmo López die?
Anselmo López died on 14 December 2004 in Madrid.
What was Anselmo López's occupation?
Anselmo López was a basketball coach and basketball player.
What nationality was Anselmo López?
Anselmo López was Spanish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Anselmo López. https://biography.guide/anselmo-lopez/
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