Senda Berenson Abbott
Russian-American Hall of Fame basketball pioneer
About Senda Berenson Abbott
Lived 1868 – 1954 (aged 85). Senda Berenson Abbott was an American and Russian basketball player, basketball coach and physical education teacher.
Senda Berenson Abbott (March 19, 1868 – February 16, 1954) was a figure of women's basketball and the author of the first Basketball Guide for Women (1901–07). She was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame as a contributor on July 1, 1985, the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame in 1987, and the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 1999.
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Who was Senda Berenson Abbott?
Russian-American Hall of Fame basketball pioneer (1868–1954)
When was Senda Berenson Abbott born?
Senda Berenson Abbott was born on 7 March 1868 in Butrimonys.
When did Senda Berenson Abbott die?
Senda Berenson Abbott died on 16 February 1954 in Santa Barbara.
What was Senda Berenson Abbott's occupation?
Senda Berenson Abbott was a basketball player, basketball coach and physical education teacher.
What nationality was Senda Berenson Abbott?
Senda Berenson Abbott was American and Russian.
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