| Claire Alden Harden |
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Women's Basketball, Field Hockey, Tennis
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February 17, 1985
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She is a 1938 graduate of Temple's School of Physical Education. She was a four-year member of Temple's field hockey, basketball and tennis squads. Captain of the 1947 field hockey squad, her team went 22-4-3 in four years. The Lady Owls basketball team won 45 of 47 games while she played. She played doubles at the number one and two spots for the Lady Netters. She was the recipient of the 1947 Blazer Award presented by the Temple Women's Athletic Association. She continued to keep active in athletics after her graduation, competing in field hockey and basketball. She began her basketball coaching career in 1959. She coached the Holy Cross High School team for 21 years, compiling a record of 235-124, including a championship in 1964. Her thorough knowledge of basketball and field hockey enabled her to officiate in the former for 10 years and the latter for 22 years. She was also involved in the administrative aspect of athletics. She has been awarded numerous accolades for her contributions to athletics.
