Bo Ellis facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 8, 1954 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| High school | Parker (Chicago, Illinois) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
| Listed weight | 197 lb (89 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Marquette (1973–1977) |
| NBA Draft | 1977 / Round: 1 / Pick: 17th overall |
| Selected by the Washington Bullets | |
| Pro career | 1977–1983 |
| Career history | |
| As player: | |
| 1977–1980 | Denver Nuggets |
| 1981–1982 | Maine Lumberjacks |
| 1983 | Sarasota Stingers |
| As coach: | |
| 1987–1988 | Collins Academy HS (assistant) |
| 1988–1998 | Marquette (assistant) |
| 1998–2003 | Chicago State |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Maurice H. "Bo" Ellis (born August 8, 1954) is an American former professional basketball player. He was known for his skills on the court and for his unique contribution to his college team's style.
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Bo Ellis: College Basketball Star
Bo Ellis grew up in Chicago, Illinois. He went to Parker High School. After high school, he became a talented basketball player.
Playing for Marquette Golden Eagles
Ellis played college basketball for the Marquette Golden Eagles. He was a forward, standing 6 feet 9 inches tall. His time at Marquette was very successful.
Winning a National Championship
In 1977, Bo Ellis helped lead his team to victory. The Marquette Golden Eagles won the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship. This was a huge achievement for the team.
A Designer on the Court
Bo Ellis was not just a great athlete. He was also an art major in college. He studied fashion design at Mount Mary College. During the 1977 season, he used his design skills. He created several different uniform designs for his team to wear. This made the Marquette team stand out!
Professional Basketball Career
After college, Bo Ellis played professional basketball. He joined the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. He played for three seasons with the Nuggets.
Playing in the NBA
During his time in the NBA, Ellis averaged about 3.6 points per game. He was a strong player who contributed to his team. After his time with the Nuggets, he also played for other teams. These included the Maine Lumberjacks and the Sarasota Stingers.
Coaching and Later Work
After his playing career, Bo Ellis became a coach. He shared his basketball knowledge with new players.
Coaching College Teams
Ellis held coaching positions at his old college, Marquette. He also coached at Chicago State University. He helped guide young athletes in their basketball journeys.
Working with Schools
Beyond coaching, Bo Ellis also worked with the Chicago Public Schools. He was involved in their athletics administration. He continued to support sports and education for young people.
See also
In Spanish: Bo Ellis para niños
