James Naismith
James Naismith (1861–1939) was a Canadian inventor, basketball coach and writer.
Also recorded as Narmal; James "Doc" Naismith; Doc Naismith.
Overview
Born at Almonte in 1861, died at Lawrence in 1939.
In detail
James Naismith studied at McGill University, Springfield College and Almonte and District High School. the recorded working language is English.
Employment is recorded with McGill University and University of Kansas.
Distinctions recorded are Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, Ontario Sports Hall of Fame, FIBA Hall of Fame and Ontario Basketball Hall of Fame.
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“James Naismith”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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