About Orson Kinney
Lived 1894 – 1966 (aged 71). Orson Kinney was an American basketball player and basketball coach.
Orson Alonzo Kinney (December 12, 1894 – January 4, 1966) was an American basketball player and coach known for his collegiate playing career at Yale University in the 1910s. He led the Bulldogs to two Eastern Intercollegiate Basketball League (EIBL) championships in 1914–15 and 1916–17 and led the league in scoring in 1915–16 and 1916–17. As a junior in 1916–17 Kinney was named an All-American by the Helms Athletic Foundation.
Kinney became the head coach of two programs following graduation – Fordham University and Yale University. While coaching Fordham he also played the Crescent Athletic Club.
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Who was Orson Kinney?
American basketball player and coach (1894-1966)
When was Orson Kinney born?
Orson Kinney was born on 17 December 1894 in Yonkers.
When did Orson Kinney die?
Orson Kinney died on 4 January 1966 in Dayton.
What was Orson Kinney's occupation?
Orson Kinney was a basketball player and basketball coach.
What nationality was Orson Kinney?
Orson Kinney was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Orson Kinney. https://biography.guide/orson-kinney/
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