About David Walsh
Lived 1889 – 1975 (aged 85). David Walsh was an American basketball player and basketball coach.
David H. Walsh (October 5, 1889 – June 2, 1975) was an American basketball referee.
He was born in Hoboken, New Jersey. As an adult, he weighed and was tall. He graduated from Hoboken High School in 1907, Montclair Teachers College (now Montclair State University) in 1911, and the Sargent School of Physical Education in 1914.
He began officiating in 1911, starting at high schools and working his way up until he was ranked one of the top six referees in the Eastern seaboard. He also co-authored the first Manual of Basketball Officiating.
He was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1961 as a referee.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Walsh?
referee (1889–1975)
When was David Walsh born?
David Walsh was born on 5 October 1889 in Hoboken.
When did David Walsh die?
David Walsh died on 2 June 1975 in Boca Raton.
What was David Walsh's occupation?
David Walsh was a basketball player and basketball coach.
What nationality was David Walsh?
David Walsh was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Walsh (basketball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Walsh. https://biography.guide/david-walsh-basketball-player/
MLA: "David Walsh." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/david-walsh-basketball-player/.
Chicago: "David Walsh." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/david-walsh-basketball-player/.
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