Steve Bilsky

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Steve Bilsky is an American former basketball player. [1] [2]

Biography

Bilsky holds a degree from Penn's Wharton Business School and a master's in counseling from Oregon. [3] At Oregon, he assisted coach Dick Harter in basketball. He played basketball professionally in Israel and joined Penn in 1976, serving in roles including academic counselor and assistant athletic director. [3] He directed the Penn Relays and has played on championship teams across various levels. [3] In 1982, Bilsky transitioned to George Washington University as the director of men's athletics. [3]

As a player, he earned the title of a three-time All-Ivy League guard and was captain of the 1970-71 team. [4] He also holds a Penn record for the most free throws in a single game. [4]

Beginning his administrative role in 1994, [5] Bilsky contributed to the development of Penn's athletic facilities and increased alumni involvement in the athletic department. [4] [6] His contributions led to his inductions into the Philadelphia Big 5 and Penn Athletic Halls of Fame. [4]

Bilsky retired in 2014. [7]

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References

  1. ↑ "End of an Athletic Era". The Pennsylvania Gazette. 2014-01-08. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
  2. ↑ "Bilsky, Steve". www.jewsinsports.org. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
  3. 1 2 3 4 Asher, Mark (1982-11-23). "Bilsky Named New Athletic Director at GW". Washington Post. ISSN   0190-8286 . Retrieved 2023-10-20.
  4. 1 2 3 4 "Philly Jewish Sports Hall of Fame Steve Bilsky". phillyjewishsports.org. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
  5. ↑ Tydings, Steven. "From the Buzz: Athletic Director Steve Bilsky to retire". www.thedp.com. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
  6. ↑ "Q & A with Penn Athletic Director Steve Bilsky". www.thedp.com. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
  7. ↑ Tony, Mike. "Penn Athletic Director Steve Bilsky to retire". www.thedp.com. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
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