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.

Clarence Applegran
Biographical details
Born(1893-11-06)November 6, 1893
Chicago, Illinois
DiedMay 6, 1960(1960-05-06) (aged 66)
Chicago, Illinois
Playing career
1915–1920Illinois
Position(s)Forward (Basketball)
Guard (Football)
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
Basketball
1920–1921Allegheny
1921–1923Washington University
1924–1925Kentucky
Football
1920Allegheny
Accomplishments and honors
Awards
  • All-American (football)

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.[1] He later played professional football for the Detroit Heralds for the 1920 season before beginning his coaching career.[2]

Applegran, who served in World Wars I and II and rose to the rank of colonel,[2] 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.

References
  1. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2011-06-09. Retrieved 2010-03-02.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  2. "University of Kentucky Coaching Record for Clarence Applegran". www.bigbluehistory.net.
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