So, I’ve been digging into this guy, Larry Fogle, a basketball player from back in the day. I started by just wanting to know more about him. You know how it is, you hear a name, get curious, and next thing you know, you’re down a rabbit hole.
Diving into the Archives
First thing I did was hit up the usual spots, trying to piece together his career. He played for Cooley High, and man, could he score! There’s this game where he dropped 73 points. Can you believe that? Seventy-three! I mean, I struggle to get 10 points in a pickup game, let alone 73 in a high school match.
College Days and NBA Draft
Then I started looking into his college career. He was at Canisius, and it turns out, he was pretty good there, too. He was this volume scorer, the kind of guy who could just fill it up. Led the nation in scoring in ’74, averaging something like 38 points a game. Then the New York Knicks drafted him in ’75. That’s a big deal, right? Getting drafted by the Knicks?
Brief Stint in the NBA
But here’s where it gets a bit sad. He only played two games for the Knicks, 14 minutes total, and scored just two points. Imagine getting to the NBA, the pinnacle of your career, and then barely getting off the bench. It makes you wonder what happened, you know? Was it injuries? Or maybe the coach just didn’t see his potential? Was he not cut out for the pro game?
What Could Have Been
It made me think about all the “what ifs.” What if he had gotten more playing time? What if he had been on a different team? Could he have been a star? He had the scoring ability, that’s for sure. It’s crazy how much of a player’s career can come down to just being in the right place at the right time. And maybe he played for Southwestern Louisiana in 1973, he did well in three NCAA Tournament games.
Reflecting on a Career
So, that’s my little deep dive into Larry Fogle’s basketball career. It’s not a story of superstardom, but it’s a fascinating one nonetheless. It reminds me that for every big-name player, there are tons of others who had the talent but maybe not the luck or the opportunity. It’s a good reminder to appreciate the journey, not just the destination, I guess.
Wrapping Up
- Started by researching Larry Fogle’s career out of curiosity.
- Discovered his high school scoring record of 73 points in a single game.
- Explored his college career at Canisius, where he led the nation in scoring.
- Found out he was drafted by the New York Knicks but only played two games.
- Reflected on the “what ifs” and the role of luck and opportunity in a career.
- Concluded that it’s a story worth remembering, even if it’s not about a superstar.
Anyway, that’s what I’ve been up to. Just thought I’d share my little research project with you all. It’s always interesting to look back at these guys and remember that basketball history is full of all kinds of stories, not just the ones we see on TV all the time.
