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Focusing on the rich basketball history of Syracuse, New York, the book delves into the evolution of the sport in the region, highlighting key moments and figures. It recounts the origins of local basketball, including the establishment of a nationally recognized team by Italian immigrant Danny Biasone and the invention of the 24-second shot clock. The narrative showcases how the community's passion for the game has developed over time, fostering a deep-rooted fanaticism that continues to thrive in Syracuse today.
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Basketball History in Syracuse: Hoops Roots, Mark Allen Baker
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- Basketball History in Syracuse: Hoops Roots
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mark Allen Baker
- Publisher
- History Press
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 194
- ISBN13
- 9781540229533
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Focusing on the rich basketball history of Syracuse, New York, the book delves into the evolution of the sport in the region, highlighting key moments and figures. It recounts the origins of local basketball, including the establishment of a nationally recognized team by Italian immigrant Danny Biasone and the invention of the 24-second shot clock. The narrative showcases how the community's passion for the game has developed over time, fostering a deep-rooted fanaticism that continues to thrive in Syracuse today.