K. P. Gatchell
American basketball player and coach
About K. P. Gatchell
Lived 1901 – 1972 (aged 70). K. P. Gatchell was an American basketball player, discus thrower and basketball coach.
Kenneth Porter Gatchell (September 3, 1901 – June 29, 1972) was an American college basketball player and coach. He was twice an All-Southern guard for the Mississippi Aggies, leading them to the 1923 SoCon tournament title. He was also a center on the football team, and All-American in the discus. He later coached basketball at his alma mater, posting a 14–9 record. He was inducted into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame in 1966. He was 6'2" 200 pounds.
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Who was K. P. Gatchell?
American basketball player and coach (1905-1972)
When was K. P. Gatchell born?
K. P. Gatchell was born on 3 September 1901 in Clinton.
When did K. P. Gatchell die?
K. P. Gatchell died on 29 June 1972 in Columbus.
What was K. P. Gatchell's occupation?
K. P. Gatchell was a basketball player, discus thrower and basketball coach.
What nationality was K. P. Gatchell?
K. P. Gatchell was American.
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