About Tex Gibbons
Lived 1907 – 1984 (aged 76). Tex Gibbons was an American basketball player.
For other persons named John Gibbons see John Gibbons (disambiguation) John Haskell "Tex" Gibbons (October 7, 1907 – May 30, 1984) was an American basketball player who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics.
He was the captain of the 1936 Olympics American basketball team, which won the gold medal. He played one match.
He is also the father of Michael, Donald and educator William Gibbons.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tex Gibbons?
basketball player (1907–1984)
When was Tex Gibbons born?
Tex Gibbons was born on 7 October 1907 in Elk City.
When did Tex Gibbons die?
Tex Gibbons died on 30 May 1984 in La Habra.
What was Tex Gibbons's occupation?
Tex Gibbons was a basketball player.
What nationality was Tex Gibbons?
Tex Gibbons was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tex Gibbons. https://biography.guide/tex-gibbons/
MLA: "Tex Gibbons." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tex-gibbons/.
Chicago: "Tex Gibbons." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tex-gibbons/.
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