Clara Gregory Baer, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Clara Gregory Baer

American sports pioneer

Date of Birth: 27-Aug-1863

Place of Birth: Algiers, Louisiana, United States

Date of Death: 19-Jan-1938

Profession: basketball coach

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Virgo


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About Clara Gregory Baer

  • Clara Gregory Baer (August 27, 1863 – January 19, 1938) was an American physical education instructor and women's sports pioneer.
  • Baer introduced the first teacher certification course for physical education in the Southern United States, and authored the first published rules of women's basketball.
  • She also developed the sport of Newcomb ball and played a role in the early development of netball.

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