Leon 'Bob' Marcus |
6' | 175 lbs | Guard/Center |
HS: | Glens Falls, NY |
Born: |
Season | Cl | Pos | G | GS | FG | FGA | % | FT | FTA | % | Fls | DQ | Pts | PPG |
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1916-17 | So | C | 3 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
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0 |
6 |
2.0 |
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1917-18 | Jr | G/C | 16 |
15 |
20 |
40 |
2.5 |
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1918-19 | Sr | C/G | 16 |
14 |
13 |
4 |
30 |
1.9 |
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Career | 35 |
29 |
35 |
0 |
0.0 |
4 |
0 |
0.0 |
0 |
0 |
74 |
2.1 |
A two time All-America selection, Bob Marcus captained the Orangemen in 1918-1919. Marcus was known for his defensive abilities.
Marcus was a reserve center his first season. He was a stocky player with great strength. His second season, Eddie Dollard moved Marcus to guard to utilize his defensive abilities. He would help guide the Orangemen to a National Championship. He was captain of the basketball team his senior season, returning to the center position.
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