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Name in use 2002-2004> Later: University of Denver. --Dept. of Athletics and Recreation. Not found in LC/NAF 11/25/2008

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Basketball: Alterman, 1948-1949

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Identifier: B132.02.0001.0023
Abstract

Born and raised in the West Colfax neighborhood, Leonard Alterman excelled at basketball in both AAU and at North High School. Alterman parleyed this success into a scholarship at the University of Denver, and after service in WW2, a short career with the old Denver Nuggets in the NBA's predecessor league, the National Basketball League.

Dates: 1948-1949

Football: Schechtel, 1938-1942

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Identifier: B132.02.0001.0014
Abstract

Howard Schechtel was a multi-sports star at East High School, being honored in football, baseball, and basketball (in AAU). He later competed in tennis at senior level.

Dates: 1938-1942

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