Jimmy Foster (basketball) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
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| Born | December 16, 1951 Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S. |
| High school | Hoboken (Hoboken, New Jersey) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Listed weight | 175 lb (79 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College |
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| NBA Draft | 1974 / Round: 4 / Pick: 57th overall |
| Selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers | |
| Career history | |
| 1974–1975 | Spirits of St. Louis |
| 1975–1976 | Denver Nuggets |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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James "Jimmy" Foster, born on December 16, 1951, is a former American basketball player. He was a talented guard who stood 6 feet, 1 inch tall and weighed 175 pounds. Jimmy was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. He played professional basketball in the American Basketball Association (ABA) from 1974 to 1976. During his career, he played for the Spirits of St. Louis and the Denver Nuggets.
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Jimmy Foster's Early Life and College Career
Jimmy Foster grew up in Jersey City, New Jersey. He attended Hoboken Junior Senior High School in Hoboken, New Jersey. After high school, Jimmy continued his basketball journey in college.
Playing for Becker College
From 1970 to 1972, Jimmy played college basketball for Becker College. This was an important time for him to develop his skills.
Time at UConn
Later, from 1972 to 1974, Jimmy Foster played for the University of Connecticut. Playing for a big university like UConn helped him get noticed by professional teams.
Becoming a Professional Basketball Player
After his college career, Jimmy Foster was ready to play in the big leagues. He was chosen by two different professional basketball leagues in 1974.
The Draft Picks
- In the 1974 NBA draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers picked Jimmy Foster. The NBA is the National Basketball Association.
- In the 1974 ABA draft, the Carolina Cougars selected him. The ABA was another major professional basketball league at the time.
Playing in the ABA
Jimmy Foster chose to play in the American Basketball Association (ABA). He played for two different teams during his professional career.
- Spirits of St. Louis: Jimmy played for the Spirits of St. Louis during the 1974–1975 season.
- Denver Nuggets: He then played for the Denver Nuggets in the 1975–1976 season.
Career Highlights and Achievements
Jimmy Foster had a notable moment in his professional career.
- ABA All-Star: In 1976, he was chosen to be an ABA All-Star. This means he was recognized as one of the best players in the league that year. It's a big honor for any basketball player.
External links
- NBA stats @ basketballreference.com
See also
In Spanish: James Foster (baloncestista) para niños
