Comments on: Coach and Players of WWII Basketball Teams Set the Standard

By: bucknut in the south

bucknut in the south — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 21:34:13 +0000

Shawn,

I am going with my memory here, always a tricky proposition, but I believe he was there from 1928 – 1937.

By: Shawn Meckfessel

Shawn Meckfessel — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 09:05:24 +0000

Hello,

I was wondering if you know what years your grandfather was trainer. I received a book from Chalie Maag that has his autograph in it. I am trying to find out more info so I can document it.
Thank you for your time,

Shawn

By: Ross Snyder

Ross Snyder — Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00:08:33 +0000

My name is Ross Snyder. I am the son of Ray Snyder, captain of the 1946 Buckeyes. I very much enjoyed the article about my Dad’s team, though, admittely just a little sad my Dad was not mentioned more, but I understand. My Dad was the captain of the 1946 team, was high point man for the season, and played at the East vs West all star game at MSG. He also played with Paul Huston on the Xenia High School baskeball team. He also played one season for the Buckkeye baseball team, started as an outfielder for the team, and set the season record for stolen bases that stood for many years. Followoing graduation, he turned down a contract offer from the NBA’s St Louis franchise, electing to teach and coach. Most of his career however was spent working with the YMCA. Ray died in 2005 and is survived by his wife Joan, daughter Rae Ann, and son Ross (me). My Dad was an avid Buckeye fan and thoroughly enjoyed the annual Captains night festivities. I thought you might appreciate this extra information.

By: Sarah

Sarah — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 17:57:01 +0000

Great article. My grandfather was Ray Snyder, captain of the 1946 team. It’s always been a family sentiment that this era of basketball deserves more credit (of course) but I am glad to see it being made known by others. Thank you!

By: bucknut in the south

bucknut in the south — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 21:42:40 +0000

Nice article, WVa! Being a bit older than most Buckeye fans, I remember some of those names, particularly Arnie Risen and Warren Amling. My grandfather (Tucker Smith, Sr.) was head athletic trainer for the Bucks in the thirties. My father, who was in and around the athletic programs all during that time made sure I knew how many great athletes there were in those days (not the least of which was Jesse Owens – I have a pic of my grandfather sitting next to him for a track team picture), and how important it was to be loyal to your school no matter what. OSU’s basketball prowess in the early days of the NCAA is the equal of any other school’s, and it looks like that golden era is back again. Thanks for the research and the article – i would love to see more along these lines.