Leon 'Bob' Marcus
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6' 175 lbs Guard/Center
HS: Glens Falls, NY
Born:  
Season Stats
Season Cl Pos G GS FG FGA % FT FTA % Fls DQ Pts PPG
1916-17 So C
3
0
3
   
0
0
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0
6
2.0
1917-18 Jr G/C
16
15
20
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
40
2.5
1918-19 Sr C/G
16
14
13
   
4
       
30
1.9
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.

Bob Marcus - Syracuse OrangemenMarcus 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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