Clarence Applegran
Clarence O. Applegran (November 6, 1893 – May 6, 1960) was an American basketball coach. He was the head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball team of the University of Kentucky in 1924–1925, and compiled a 13–8 record.
| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 6, 1893 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | May 6, 1960 (aged 66) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Playing career | |
| 1915–1920 | Illinois |
| Position(s) | Forward (Basketball) Guard (Football) |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| Basketball | |
| 1920–1921 | Allegheny |
| 1921–1923 | Washington University |
| 1924–1925 | Kentucky |
| Football | |
| 1920 | Allegheny |
| Accomplishments and honors | |
| Awards | |
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Applegran attended the University of Illinois and played football and basketball. During the 1919 season, Applegran earned All-American honors as a guard for the Fighting Illini football team. He later played professional football for the Detroit Heralds for the 1920 season before beginning his coaching career.
Applegran, who served in World Wars I and II and rose to the rank of colonel, finished his career at South Shore High School in Chicago, Illinois. At the school, Applegran was known for a booming baritone voice that required no amplification during pep rallies held in the large auditorium.