Walter Giesler
American soccer player-coach
About Walter Giesler
Lived 1910 – 1976 (aged 65). Walter Giesler was an American association football player and association football coach.
Walter John Giesler (September 6, 1909 – July 5, 1976)
Early life and career Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Giesler would become a towering figure on the Midwestern sports landscape. After playing at McBride High School, he would compete in several amateur and professional leagues, including the Ben Millers in the St. Louis Soccer League. and the St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame in 1971. In 1972 he was the general manager of the St. Louis Frogs of the ASL.
He died in Philadelphia on July 5, 1976, during the induction of the United States 1950 World Cup soccer team into the U.S. Soccer Hall of Fame.
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Who was Walter Giesler?
American soccer player-coach (1910-1976)
When was Walter Giesler born?
Walter Giesler was born on 6 September 1910.
When did Walter Giesler die?
Walter Giesler died on 7 July 1976.
What was Walter Giesler's occupation?
Walter Giesler was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Walter Giesler?
Walter Giesler was American.
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