Johnny McAdams
American basketball player
About Johnny McAdams
Lived 1912 – 1975 (aged 63). Johnny McAdams was an American association football player, baseball player and basketball player.
John Wesley McAdams (April 15, 1912 – October 18, 1975) was an American professional basketball player. He played for the Akron Goodyear Wingfoots in the National Basketball League (NBL) from 1937 to 1940. For his career he averaged 2.1 points per game and helped lead the Wingfoots to the NBL championship in 1937–38.
In college, McAdams attended Ohio Wesleyan University, where he played both basketball and baseball.
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Who was Johnny McAdams?
American basketball player (1912-1975)
When was Johnny McAdams born?
Johnny McAdams was born on 15 April 1912 in Urbana.
When did Johnny McAdams die?
Johnny McAdams died on 18 October 1975 in Raleigh.
What was Johnny McAdams's occupation?
Johnny McAdams was an association football player, baseball player and basketball player.
What nationality was Johnny McAdams?
Johnny McAdams was American.
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