William P. Leaness
American soccer player, baseball player, and soccer coach
About William P. Leaness
Lived 1904 – 1972 (aged 68).
William P. "Pete" Leaness (July 5, 1904 – September 1972) was an American soccer player, baseball player, and soccer coach. He was an All-American in baseball and soccer at Temple University and later served as the men's soccer coach at Temple for over 40 years.
Playing career At Temple University, Leaness was an All-American player in both baseball and soccer. In 1929, he was honored as Temple's first All-American in soccer. Temple recognizes two national championships in men's soccer under Leaness' leadership: 1951 and 1953. The 1951 championship came after winning the 1952 Soccer Bowl 2–1 over San Francisco. The 1953 national championship was voted on by the ISFL/ISFA.
Halls of fame Leaness is a member of the Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of Fame.
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Who was William P. Leaness?
American soccer player, baseball player, and soccer coach
When was William P. Leaness born?
William P. Leaness was born on 5 June 1904.
When did William P. Leaness die?
William P. Leaness died on 1 September 1972.
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