About Herb Scheffler
Lived 1917 – 2001 (aged 83). Herb Scheffler was an American basketball player and basketball coach.
Herbert Gene Scheffler (November 5, 1917 – January 20, 2001) was an American professional basketball player. He played in the National Basketball League for the Detroit Gems in 1946–47. In 33 career games he averaged 3.8 points per contest. His manager was Hall of Famer Heinie Manush.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Herb Scheffler?
American basketball player
When was Herb Scheffler born?
Herb Scheffler was born on 5 November 1917 in Springfield.
When did Herb Scheffler die?
Herb Scheffler died on 20 January 2001 in Springfield.
What was Herb Scheffler's occupation?
Herb Scheffler was a basketball player and basketball coach.
What nationality was Herb Scheffler?
Herb Scheffler was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Herb Scheffler. https://biography.guide/herb-scheffler/
MLA: "Herb Scheffler." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/herb-scheffler/.
Chicago: "Herb Scheffler." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/herb-scheffler/.
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