Matthew P. Kennedy
American basketball player
About Matthew P. Kennedy
Lived 1908 – 1957 (aged 49). Matthew P. Kennedy was an American basketball official.
Matthew P. "Pat" Kennedy (January 28, 1908 – June 16, 1957) was an American basketball referee.
A native of Hoboken, New Jersey, Kennedy officiated over 4,000 games from the 1928 to 1956. He worked for the NBA, NCAA, and Harlem Globetrotters and became well known for his intense, theatrical style of calling plays. Kennedy was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1959, becoming the first referee to earn such honors.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Matthew P. Kennedy?
American basketball player (1908–1957)
When was Matthew P. Kennedy born?
Matthew P. Kennedy was born on 28 January 1908 in Hoboken.
When did Matthew P. Kennedy die?
Matthew P. Kennedy died on 16 June 1957 in Mineola.
What was Matthew P. Kennedy's occupation?
Matthew P. Kennedy was a basketball official.
What nationality was Matthew P. Kennedy?
Matthew P. Kennedy was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Matthew P. Kennedy. https://biography.guide/matthew-p-kennedy/
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