About Vin Cronin
Lived 1906 – 1993 (aged 86). Vin Cronin was a basketball coach.
Vincent R. Cronin (September 7, 1906 – January 4, 1993) was an American basketball coach who was the head men's basketball at Boston University from 1949 to 1952.
Early life Cronin born in Somerville, Massachusetts and was one of 12 children. He and raised by his older sisters after the death of his parents. He compiled a 23–29 record over his three seasons with the Terriers. While at BU, Cronin studied for his bachelor's degree in physical education, which he received in 1952. In 1954, he was hospitalized with a "stimulated nervous condition" and on the advice of his doctor, gave up coaching. He retired from the Somerville Public Schools in 1977.
Death Cronin died on January 4, 1993 at his home in Somerville. He was survived by his wife, four sons, and two daughters.
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Who was Vin Cronin?
American basketball coach (1906–1993)
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Vin Cronin was born on 7 September 1906.
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Vin Cronin died on 4 January 1993.
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Vin Cronin was a basketball coach.
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