Robert Francis Mulvihill (March 9, 1924 – May 17, 2016) was an American professional basketball player.[1][2] He played in the National Basketball League for the Oshkosh All-Stars during the 1948–49 season and averaged 0.9 points per game.[1][3] He also spent a season playing for Torrington in the East Coast League.[2]
![]() Mulvihill in 1949 | |
Personal information | |
---|---|
Born | (1924-03-09)March 9, 1924 Washington, D.C. |
Died | May 17, 2016(2016-05-17) (aged 92) Manasquan, New Jersey |
Nationality | American |
Listed height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
Listed weight | 185 lb (84 kg) |
Career information | |
High school | Gonzaga Prep (Washington, D.C.) |
College |
|
NBA draft | 1948 / Undrafted |
Position | Guard |
Career history | |
1948–1949 | Oshkosh All-Stars |
1950–1951 | Torrington |
During college, Mulvihill played for Fordham but was interrupted by serving in World War II (during which time he played for the University of Rochester).[2] He finished his collegiate career at Fordham however.[2] Mulvihill eventually moved to Clifton, New Jersey and taught at St. Peter's Preparatory School in Jersey City, New Jersey.[2] He spent 37 years in the school system before retiring.[2]
![]() | This biographical article relating to a United States basketball player, coach, or other figure born in the 1920s is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |