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Bobby Colburn

1911 – 2001

American basketball player

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About Bobby Colburn

Lived 1911 – 2001 (aged 89). Bobby Colburn was an American basketball player.

Robert H. Coburn (March 23, 1911 – February 3, 2001) was an American professional basketball player. He played college basketball for Ohio State University. Colburn then played in the National Basketball League for the Dayton Metropolitans during the 1937–38 season and averaged 7.3 points per game. In his post-basketball life, Colburn became a high school teacher and basketball coach.

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Education
Xavier University, Stivers School for the Arts

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People whose lives overlapped Bobby Colburn's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Bobby Colburn?

American basketball player

When was Bobby Colburn born?

Bobby Colburn was born on 23 March 1911 in Lockland.

When did Bobby Colburn die?

Bobby Colburn died on 3 February 2001 in Hubbard.

What was Bobby Colburn's occupation?

Bobby Colburn was a basketball player.

What nationality was Bobby Colburn?

Bobby Colburn was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bobby Colburn

· Wikidata: Q20007557

· DBpedia: Bobby Colburn

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