Elmer Jahn, UB Varsity Football team tackle, 1952-1953 and 1953-1954 seasons
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A football player wearing a football jersey with the number 59 crouches with hands on their legs. The individual has short hair and faces forward. This black and white halftone print shows the person outdoors in an open field.
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Fran Kareken, UB Varsity Football team Guard, 1950-1951 through 1952-1953 seasons
A football player wears a vintage football uniform consisting of a light-colored jersey with the number 16 and dark pants. They are positioned in a crouch with their hands resting on their knees on a grassy field. The grayscale halftone print shows the person looking toward the camera.
Malcolm Eiken, UB Varsity Basketball Coach, 1946-1947 through 1955-1956 seasons
A person with short hair is shown from the chest up, wearing a light-colored suit jacket, white shirt, and a dark tie with a small pattern. They have a smile showing their teeth, and the image is rendered with a visible halftone print effect. The background behind the person is dark and plain.
James E. Peele, Director of UB Athletics, 1941 through the 1960s
This black and white halftone portrait shows a person with a bald head looking towards the side. They wear a dark suit jacket over a white shirt and a patterned bow tie. The person's eyes are open wide against a plain light background.
UB Varsity Basketball team, 1952-1953 season
A group of individuals is posed for a team portrait in three rows against a brick wall. One person on the far left wears a suit and tie, while the others wear light-colored basketball uniforms with "BUFFALO" and numbers printed on the jerseys. One person kneels in the center of the front row holding a basketball, and text at the bottom identifies the individuals by name.
UB Freshman Basketball team, 1952-1953 season
Twelve basketball players in matching uniforms stand and kneel in two rows in front of a horizontal-slatted wall. Two people in suits stand at either end of the group. Text below the photograph lists the names of the individuals in the first and second rows.
UB Varsity Basketball team players and the team's win-loss record (Part 2), 1952-1953 season
State University of New York at Buffalo--Basketball
Five basketball players in athletic uniforms are positioned around a central scorecard against a plain background. The players are shown dribbling, holding, or shooting basketballs, with some wearing jerseys that say "Buffalo." The scorecard at the bottom lists game results for U.B. against various opponents such as Hobart and Colgate.
UB Varsity Basketball team players and the team's win-loss record (Part 1), 1952-1953 season
Five players in basketball uniforms with jerseys labeled "Buffalo" appear in various poses with basketballs. One individual jumps in the upper right corner while the others stand around a central box listing schools and game scores. The list includes institutions such as Niagara, Rochester, and Toronto alongside numerical results.
UB Varsity Basketball team play versus Canisius College, 1952-1953 season
A basketball player in a light-colored jersey numbered 11 is captured mid-air while performing a jump shot. Three other players are positioned on the court below, including one wearing a dark jersey with "BUFFALO 22" on the front. The scene is presented in a grainy, black and white halftone style against a dark background with blurred circular lights.
UB Varsity Basketball team members try to take control of the ball from their opponents, 1952-1953 season
In a black and white vintage scene, several basketball players are positioned under a hoop while a ball is in the air. Two players, wearing jerseys numbered 12 and 28, have their arms raised toward the basketball. Other players in light-colored uniforms stand nearby on the court.
UB Varsity Basketball team play versus Rochester, 1952-1953 season
A black and white halftone photograph captures two basketball players in action. The person on the right wears a dark jersey with "ROCHESTER 12" and dribbles the ball with their right hand. To the left, another player in a light "BUFFALO" jersey maintains a defensive position. Both individuals are wearing mid-century style jerseys, short shorts, and high-top sneakers.
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UB Varsity Basketball team player goes for the basket, 1952-1953 season
Four people are on a basketball court in this black and white grainy scene. One person is high in the air holding a basketball near a hoop while another person jumps next to them with arms extended. Two other people stand on the court below and look toward the hoop.
UB Varsity Basketball team play, 1952-1953 season
A black and white halftone print shows two people in basketball uniforms. One person holds a basketball with both hands while another person jumps nearby with one arm extended high in the air. A dark background contains blurred shapes of a crowd in a stadium.
UB Varsity Basketball team players attempt to recover the ball from the opposing team, 1952-1953 season
A person in a dark jersey holds a basketball between two people wearing light-colored uniforms. One person stands to the right while another wearing jersey number 13 is positioned to the left. All three figures are in dynamic poses against a solid dark background.
UB Varsity Basketball team, 1953-1954 season
Eleven people in numbered jerseys stand in a row across a basketball court. In the foreground, three more people in jackets kneel, with one person holding a basketball. A list of names is printed along the bottom edge of the black and white scene.
A person with short hair sits at a desk while holding a pen over a notepad. They are dressed in a light-colored suit jacket and a dark necktie. Behind them, a bulletin board displays pinned documents and a small rectangular card showing a basketball player. A rotary telephone rests on the desk surface.
Dan Kwiatek, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1951-1952 through 1954-1955 seasons
A person with short hair leans forward, holding a dark ball between their hands close to their feet. They are wearing a sleeveless jersey, athletic shorts, white socks, and high-top sneakers. The name "DAN KWIATEK" appears in a serif font in the lower right corner against a plain background.
Jim Horne, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1951-1952 through 1954-1955 seasons
A halftone black and white print shows a person in a basketball uniform holding a ball at waist level. The person wears a jersey numbered 13, shorts, knee pads, and sneakers. The name "JIM HORNE" is printed in the bottom right corner of the plain background.
Ernie Benoit, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1953-1954 and 1954-1955 seasons
A person wearing a tank top jersey and shorts holds a basketball with both hands in front of them. The monochrome halftone print shows the individual in high-top sneakers and white socks against a plain background. The name "ERNIE BENOIT" is printed in the lower right corner.
Steve Sklar, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1953-1954 and 1956-1957 seasons
A person wearing a jersey and shorts jumps while extending one arm to hold a basketball aloft. The jersey includes the word "BUFFALO," and the person wears dark high-top sneakers. The name "STEVE SKLAR" is written in the bottom right corner against a plain background.
Rog Urban, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1953-1954 and 1954-1955 seasons
A person wearing a basketball uniform with the text "BUFFALO 21" stands in a dribbling pose. They wear short striped shorts, high-top sneakers, and white socks. The name "ROG URBAN" is printed in capital letters at the bottom right.
Curt (Kurt) Lang, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1953-1954 through 1955-1956 seasons
Correct spelling of first name is: Kurt.
A person stands in a dark jersey labeled "BENGAL 12" and matching shorts with a striped hem. They hold a basketball with both hands while looking toward the side. The name "CURT LANG" is printed in the bottom right corner against a light, plain background.
A person wearing a jersey labeled "BUFFALO 13" reaches toward a basketball rim during play. A basketball is positioned above the net while the person looks upward with their mouth open. This black and white scene includes a blurred background with several other people standing in the distance.
UB Varsity Basketball team play versus Brockport, 1953-1954 season
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Multiple individuals in basketball uniforms are positioned on a court, with one person in the foreground leaning low to reach for a ball. Two other people are lying on the ground in the mid-ground, while others stand nearby. A crowd of spectators fills the background of the indoor arena.
UB Varsity Basketball team play versus Niagara University, 1953-1954 season
Three basketball players move on a court in this black and white halftone print. One person in a dark "NIAGARA" jersey holds the ball in both hands near their face while others look toward it. All individuals wear vintage-style athletic gear including short shorts and high-top canvas sneakers.
Karl Englert, UB Basketball team player, 1953-1954 through 1955-1956 seasons
A person stands facing forward while holding a basketball overhead with both hands. They wear a dark jersey with "BUFFALO 20" printed on the front, belted shorts, and high-top sneakers. The name "KARL" is printed in the bottom right corner of the black and white, halftone print.
Dave Levitt, UB Basketball team player, 1953-1954 through 1955-1956 seasons
A halftone print features a person in a basketball uniform holding a basketball with both hands. The individual wears a sleeveless jersey, belted athletic shorts, and high-top shoes, with a support wrap on their right knee. The name "DAVE LEVITT" is printed in black text at the bottom right against a plain background.
Bob Scamurra, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1951-1952 through 1953-1954 seasons
A person wears a sleeveless jersey and shorts while holding a basketball near their waist. The figure is captured in mid-stride wearing dark high-top sneakers. This black and white halftone illustration is set against a neutral background.
Len Saltman, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1953-1954 through 1955-1956 seasons
A person stands in a crouched athletic pose against a plain background wearing a basketball jersey with the word "BUFFALO" and the number "24" printed on it. They have one arm extended upwards and the other reaching downwards toward the floor. The name "LEN SALTMAN" is printed in the bottom right corner of the black and white composition.
Dom Falsetti, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1951-1952 through 1953-1954 seasons
A person wears a dark basketball jersey with "BUFFALO 25" in white letters across the chest and short shorts with a belt. They are captured with their right arm extended straight up and their left hand near their waist. The halftone-style black and white portrait features the text "DOM" in the lower right corner.
Don Dell, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1952-1953 and 1953-1954 seasons
A person stands in a dark basketball jersey with "BUFFALO 14" on the chest, athletic shorts, and high-top sneakers. One arm is raised with an open palm, and the name "DON DELL" is printed in the lower right corner. The halftone graphic uses a dot pattern to create the black and white subject.
UB Varsity Basketball team player Ernie Benoit in game against Niagara University, 1953-1954 season
Two basketball players compete during a game in this black and white scene. The person on the left is mid-air while holding a basketball, wearing a light-colored uniform with "BUFFALO 15" printed on it. The person on the right stands on their toes with one arm raised, wearing a dark "NIAGARA 15" jersey.
Fritz Febel, UB Varsity Football team Head Coach, 1952-1953, 1953-1954 and 1954-1955 seasons
A person is shown from the shoulders up in a black and white halftone portrait against a dark background. They are wearing a dark jacket over a white collared shirt and a patterned necktie. The person wears glasses with clear frames and has their mouth slightly open.
UB Varsity Basketball team play versus Canisius College, 1953-1954 season
A basketball player in a light-colored jersey numbered 10 jumps into the air to take a shot while a defender in a dark jersey numbered 13 jumps with an arm extended to block the ball. The basketball is suspended in the air above the players, and a hoop is visible in the upper left. Two other players in dark uniforms look on from the court as spectators sit in the background.
UB Varsity Football team play with Clark Gymnasium in the background, 1953-1954 season
This black and white scene shows several people in football uniforms and helmets engaged in play on a grassy field. The players wear dark jerseys and light helmets, with some appearing in mid-stride or contact. A long, two-story brick building with numerous windows occupies the background behind the field.
Aerial view of University of Buffalo campus, circa 1955
An elevated black and white perspective shows a sprawling campus with large stone and brick buildings arranged around grassy lawns. Several structures feature neoclassical architectural elements, including columns and a central tower with a cupola. The surrounding area consists of residential streets lined with houses and a prominent multi-wing building in the far distance.
UB Varsity Basketball team, 1954-1955 season
Sixteen individuals pose in two rows for a basketball team portrait against a background of wooden bleachers. The players wear dark jerseys with "BUFFALO" and various numbers printed on the front, while three individuals are dressed in casual attire. A list of names at the bottom identifies the members as players, managers, and a coach. Two basketballs rest on the floor in front of the kneeling row of team members.
UB Varsity Basketball Coach Mal Eiken diagrams strategic play for several of his players, 1954-1955 season
Three individuals wearing "BUFFALO" jerseys stand in a line on the left side. Another person stands at a chalkboard with one arm raised, holding a piece of chalk against the surface. A fifth person is partially visible on the far right.
UB Varsity Basketball team players at warmup, 1954-1955 season
A group of individuals wearing vintage basketball attire stands on a court, handling multiple basketballs. One ball is in mid-air near a person's head, while others hold balls or have their arms extended. The setting is an indoor space with a dark wall and several large, multi-paned windows.
UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1954-1955 season
A person wearing a "BUFFALO 10" jersey and shorts jumps in front of a tiled wall while holding a basketball over their head. The monochromatic halftone print shows the individual mid-air with a bandage on one knee and striped socks. This composition captures a frozen moment of athletic activity.
Dave Levitt, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1953-1954 through 1955-1956 seasons
A person wearing a tank top, belted shorts, and a knee wrap stands in front of a brick wall. They hold a basketball between both hands at chest level. This monochromatic halftone print shows the individual looking toward the ball with a shadow cast behind them.
Roy Fowler, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1954-1955 and 1955-1956 seasons
A person wearing a basketball jersey, shorts, and high-top sneakers stands in front of a brick wall. They hold a basketball with both hands positioned above their head. This black and white halftone shows the individual in a profile view looking to the side.
Jim Horne, UB Varsity Basketball team player shows his shooting form, 1951-1952 through 1954-1955 seasons
A person in a basketball jersey and shorts is positioned in the air against a light-colored brick wall. Both arms are extended upwards, holding a basketball above their head as if in the middle of a jump shot. The jersey features the number 13 and the person wears striped shorts and athletic shoes.
UB Freshman Basketball team Coach Matt Mazza plots strategy with his players, 1954-1955 season
Six people are gathered in a huddle on a dark surface, with four wearing athletic tank tops that display text including "BUFFAL" and "UFA." One person in a long-sleeved sweatshirt kneels and uses chalk to draw markings on the floor. This black and white halftone image shows the group looking down at the chalk drawings.
UB Freshman Basketball team, 1954-1955 season
The individuals wear jerseys printed with the word "Buffalo" and unique numbers while posing in front of wooden bleachers. Five people sit cross-legged in the front row, five stand in the middle row, and five stand in the back row. One person in the back row wears a long-sleeved sweatshirt, and a person in the center of the front row holds a basketball.
UB Varsity Basketball team play, 1954-1955 season
The words "VARSITY BASKETBALL" appear in bold serif font above a black and white photograph of a game in progress. Three players are in mid-air near the basket, with one wearing jersey number 13 reaching toward the rim. A crowd of spectators sits in bleachers behind the court.
University of Buffalo campus, circa 1956
Large deciduous trees dominate the foreground and middle ground of a lawn. A multi-story ivy-covered building stands on the left, while a smaller building with a classical white portico is visible in the distance. Paved walkways curve through the grass under the shade of the trees in this black and white scene.
University of Buffalo campus with Hayes Hall in the background, circa 1956
A black and white scene features two architectural towers rising above a dense treeline and a flat, grassy foreground. The taller tower on the right includes a clock and a domed cupola with a finial. A smaller tower with arched openings is visible to the left among leafy trees, and large branches frame the composition from the side.
Hayes Hall clocktower, University of Buffalo campus, circa 1956
A multi-tiered clock tower with a circular clock face and an arched belfry is captured from a low angle. The structure is framed by the silhouetted leaves and branches of trees in the foreground. This grayscale scene highlights the architectural details of the spire against a clear sky.
A person in a light-colored suit and dark bowtie sits at a desk in a black and white halftone print. Behind the person, a bulletin board displays several papers and documents. The bottom of the page features text that reads "James Peele ATHLETIC DIRECTOR."
Dick Offenhamer, UB Varsity Football Coach, 1955-1956 season through the 1960s
A person with short hair wears a dark suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a striped tie. The halftone print is positioned above the name "Dick Offenhammer" and the title "Football Coach." Foliage and a portion of a building are visible in the blurred background.
Malcolm Eiken, UB Varsity Basketball coach and Golf coach, 1946-1947 through 1955-1956 seasons
A black and white halftone portrait shows a person with short hair wearing a suit, collared shirt, and necktie. The subject stands in front of a light-colored brick wall. Below the portrait, text identifies the person as Mal Eiken, Basketball and Golf Coach.
A person with a shaved head wears a dark suit, a bow tie, and a pocket square. They lean one arm on a surface next to a basketball. In the background, a framed group portrait is mounted on the wall.
Fritz Febel, UB Varsity Football team head coach, 1952-1953 through 1954-1955 seasons
This halftone portrait shows a person in a patterned blazer, collared shirt, and tie wearing dark-rimmed glasses. The person is positioned in front of a shelf and holds a small object in their hands. Text below the portrait identifies the subject as "Fritz Febel Football Coach."
UB Varsity Basketball team, 1955-1956 season
Thirteen people stand in a line in front of a light-colored brick wall. Two people on the left wear suits, ten people in the center wear matching warm-up jackets and pants, and one person on the right wears a sweater with a large letter B. Two individuals in the center hold basketballs, and a list of names is printed at the bottom of the frame.
Bill Annable, UB Varsity Basketball player, 1950-1951, 1954-1955 and 1955-1956 seasons
A black and white halftone print depicts a basketball player in mid-jump against a plain background. The person wears a jersey with the word "BUFFALO" and short athletic shorts with a belt. Their right arm is fully extended upward while the name "Bill Annable" is centered at the bottom of the page.
A black and white halftone print features a person wearing a tank top jersey, striped shorts, and high-top sneakers. They hold a basketball in front of them with both hands against a plain background. The name Roy Fowler is printed at the bottom.
Art Cholewinsky, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1955-1956 and 1956-1957 seasons
A person in a basketball uniform, including a tank top and shorts, stands facing forward while holding a basketball at chest height. The name Art Cholewinsky is printed at the bottom of the black-and-white halftone portrait.
Chuck Daniels, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1954-1955 through 1956-1957 seasons
Fred Johnson, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1955-1956 and 1956-1957 seasons
This black and white portrait shows a person standing in a basketball uniform consisting of a tank top, shorts, and sneakers. The jersey displays the word "BUFFALO" and the number 15. One arm is raised at shoulder height while the other is extended downward, and the name "Fred Johnson" is printed in the lower right.
Kurt Lang, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1953-1954 through 1955-1956 seasons
A person is shown in a mid-air pose wearing a dark basketball jersey and shorts. The jersey has "BUFFALO" and the number "17" printed on the front. One arm is stretched high above their head as they look off to the side. The name "Kurt Lang" is printed at the bottom.
A person wears a basketball jersey with "BUFFALO 11" on the front and jumps with a basketball held overhead. They have a brace on their right knee and are wearing short shorts with a belt. The name "Dave Levitt" is printed at the bottom of the black and white halftone graphic.
UB Varsity Basketball team, 1956-1957 season
The group is arranged in two rows, with seven people kneeling in front and eight standing in the back on a basketball court. Each person wears a light-colored tank top uniform featuring "BUFFALO" and a unique number, except for the individual on the far right who wears a dark jacket. The floor is dark and reflective, showing the shadows of the players.
UB Varsity Basketball team player dribbles the ball past opponents, 1956-1957 season
A person in a dark jersey moves across the court with a basketball while an opponent in a light-colored uniform guards them. Other players are positioned in the background of the dark gymnasium. This black and white, grainy visual captures a moment of active play.
UB Varsity Basketball team, 1957-1958 season
Sixteen people are posed in two rows for a team portrait on a dark gymnasium floor. The front row consists of seven individuals kneeling in basketball uniforms and one in a patterned shirt, while the back row features eight standing in uniforms and two in suits. Names of the players, coaches, and manager are printed in text beneath the photograph.
Halftime performance on field at UB Varsity Football game, 1957-1958 season
A marching band is arranged in formations on a football field between the 40 and 50-yard lines. In the background, a large crowd of people fills the bleachers, with buildings visible in the distance. Other individuals stand on the sidelines in the foreground under bright light that casts long shadows.
Halftime activities at UB Varsity Football game, 1957-1958 season
Performers in dark uniforms and a marching band with brass instruments move across a grassy field. In the background, a large crowd of people sits in bleachers positioned in front of a multistory building. Several individuals stand in the foreground on the sidelines watching the performance.
A person with a bald head is depicted from the chest up in a black and white portrait. They are wearing a textured suit jacket, a white shirt, and a dark bowtie with white dots. Text at the bottom reads "James Peele, Director of Athletics."
Dick Offenhamer, UB Varsity Football coach, 1955-1956 season through the 1960s
A person with short dark hair is shown from the chest up in a halftone print. They are wearing a patterned suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a dark necktie. The subject is angled slightly to the side while looking toward the viewer.
UB Varsity Basketball team, 1958-1959 season
Fifteen people are arranged in three rows on wooden bleachers. Most individuals wear matching basketball jerseys that say "Buffalo" above a number, while two individuals on the far ends of the back rows wear jackets or suits. Below the group, text identifies the individuals by row and is labeled with the word "Basketball" at the bottom center.
UB Freshman Basketball team, 1958-1959 season
Fourteen people are arranged in three rows on wooden bleachers wearing basketball uniforms and athletic sweaters. The front row consists of five individuals in jerseys numbered 11, 14, 20, 15, and 12. A text caption at the bottom identifies the names of the team members and staff for each row.
Benjamin Kurauski (Bernard Kurowski), UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1956-1957 through 1958-1959 seasons
Correct first name is: Bernard; correct spelling of last name is: Kurowski.
A person is shown from the waist up in a dark basketball jersey with the number 14, holding a basketball with both hands overhead against a brick wall. The name "Benjamin Kurauski" is printed in black text at the bottom. This black and white halftone print is framed as a portrait.
Robert Kirchberger, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1957-1958 and 1958-1959 seasons
A black and white halftone print features a person in a basketball uniform reaching one arm straight up to hold a basketball. The person wears a dark jersey with light-colored trim and patterned shorts. A brick wall serves as the background, and the name "Robert Kirchberger" is printed at the bottom.
Howie Lewis, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1956-1957 through 1958-1959 seasons
A black and white halftone print shows a person from the waist up wearing a basketball uniform with the word "BUFFALO" on the jersey. The person holds a basketball with both hands and looks toward the left side of the frame. Below the figure, the name "Howie Lewis" is printed in a serif font.
Joe Tontillo, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1956-1957 through 1958-1959 seasons
This black and white halftone print features a person in athletic attire dribbling a basketball on a wooden court. The individual wears a tank top, shorts, and high-top sneakers. The name "Joe Tontillo" is printed at the bottom of the page.
UB Varsity Basketball team player Paul Mallon drives for a basket in game against Buffalo State College, 1958-1959 season
A basketball player in a light uniform holds a ball with both hands while lunging past opponents in dark jerseys labeled "Buffalo State" and "Buffalo". The players wear vintage athletic gear including short-shorts and high-top sneakers on a court. Five figures are visible in this black and white halftone rendering.
UB Varsity Basketball team player Richard Dompkowski takes a jump shot in game against Ithaca College, 1958-1959 season
One person in a light-colored jersey jumps into the air to shoot a basketball. A defender stands with an arm raised toward the ball as other players and a crowd of spectators look on. This black and white scene takes place on a polished indoor court.
Richard Schaper, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1957-1958 through 1959-1960 seasons
A black and white halftone portrait features a person holding a basketball at chest level. The individual wears a jersey with the number 16 and the name "Richard Schaper" is printed at the bottom of the frame.
UB Varsity Basketball team players get their fingers on the ball in a game against Toronto, 1958-1959 season
Several players in vintage athletic uniforms jump under a basketball hoop with their hands extended toward the ball at the rim. Some individuals wear dark jerseys with "TORONTO" lettering, while others wear light-colored jerseys. Other players on the court watch the action from below as the group congregates near the basket.
Rochester gains possession of the ball in a battle with UB Varsity Basketball team players Al Massotti and Bernard Kurowski, 1958-1959 season
A basketball player in a dark uniform jumps high into the air, holding a basketball above their head. To the right, another player in a white uniform labeled "BUFFALO 14" reaches up toward the ball. On the left, a third player in a white uniform labeled "BUFFALO 24" stands with arms raised and looks upward.
UB Varsity Basketball team, 1959-1960 season
The group is arranged on an indoor court with individuals in the back row standing and those in the front row kneeling. Most individuals wear uniforms with "BUFFALO" and a number on the front, while others wear athletic jackets or a suit. A basketball rests on the floor in front of the center person, and a text caption at the bottom identifies the members of the team and staff.
UB Freshman Basketball team, 1959-1960 season
Seventeen people are positioned in two rows on wooden bleachers under the word "freshman." Most individuals wear basketball jerseys with the word "BUFFALO" across the chest, while two people on the ends of the back row wear jackets and one person in the front center wears a suit and holds a basketball. Text above the group lists the names of players, a manager, a coach, and an assistant coach.
Dick Dompkowski, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1957-1958 through 1959-1960 seasons
Dick Dompkowski was UB Varsity Basketball captain during the 1959-1960 season.
This black and white photograph shows a person standing on a court wearing a jersey with "BUFFALO" on it, shorts, and high-top sneakers. They wear thick-rimmed glasses and hold a basketball with both hands near their chest. A caption at the bottom reads, "Dick Dompkowski, Team Captain."
Bob Myszewski, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1959-1960 and 1960-1961 seasons
A person wearing a tank top jersey and shorts dribbles a basketball on a court. They are wearing white socks and high-top sneakers, with a dark shadow visible on the floor and the brick wall behind them. The name "Bob Myszewski" is printed in black text at the bottom.
Dennis Norton, UB Varsity Basketball team player, 1958-1959 and 1959-1960 seasons
A person stands on a wooden gym floor wearing a dark jersey with "BUFFALO 22" and light-colored athletic shorts. They hold a basketball at waist level with both hands while looking toward the right. The name "Dennis Norton" is printed in the upper left corner of the black and white frame.
Aerial view of the University of Buffalo campus in 1945
This grayscale aerial view shows the layout of a campus in 1945, featuring several buildings with steeples and classical architecture among groves of trees and expansive lawns. Smaller residential-style houses line the edges of the campus in the foreground and distance. A caption centered at the bottom reads, "An aerial view of the Campus in 1945."
UB letterman and coed converse on the University of Buffalo campus
A large stone building with ionic columns and a pediment sits atop a wide set of stairs where several people are located. In the foreground, two people stand on a grass lawn wearing mid-century style clothing, including a blue sweater with a letter "B" and a red cardigan with a plaid skirt. Trees with green leaves frame the upper portion of the scene.
UB Homecoming football game versus Colgate University and cheerleaders, 1960-1961 season
UB Homecoming game 1960 final score: Colgate: 28 UB 20
A football game takes place in a crowded stadium at the top of the composition, with a cheerleader standing in the foreground with arms raised. In the lower section, a group of eight cheerleaders pose in a pyramid formation against a plain white background. The text "HOMECOMING 1960" is positioned in the middle, and the bottom displays "COLGATE 28 BUFFALO 20."
Bird's eye view of UB Varsity Football game, 1960-1961 season
Two teams are positioned on an athletic field marked with white yard lines in preparation for a kickoff. The stadium seating is packed with spectators, and a sign reading "WELCOME ALUMNI" is visible on the far left. Strong sunlight casts long shadows of the players and the stadium structure across the field.
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UB Varsity Basketball team player attempts a jump shot in a game versus Buffalo State College, 1960-1961 season
A group of people plays basketball on a court. One person is mid-air shooting the ball toward a hoop in the upper right corner. Three players with jerseys numbered 22, 32, and 12 stand in the foreground with their backs turned.
UB Varsity Basketball team, 1960-1961 season
Seventeen individuals are posed in two rows against a light-colored background, with seven people kneeling in the front and ten standing in the back. Most of the people wear basketball jerseys with the word "BUFFALO" and a number on the front, while a few wear athletic jackets or a suit. A basketball rests on the floor in the center of the front row, and a list of names is printed below the group.
UB Varsity Basketball team player goes for the lay up in a game versus Buffalo State College, 1960-1961 season
This black and white photograph captures a basketball game in progress. A player wearing a dark jersey with the number 21 is in the air, reaching towards the basketball rim while the ball is near the net. Three other players wearing light-colored uniforms are positioned around the basket, looking upwards. Spectators are visible in the dimly lit background.
UB Varsity Basketball team play versus Buffalo State College, 1960-1961 season
Multiple basketball players in light and dark uniforms are gathered under a hoop on an indoor court. A player wearing a white jersey with the number 24 jumps toward the basket while a basketball is positioned above the rim. The scene is shown in a black and white halftone print.
UB Varsity Basketball team player goes for the shot in a game versus Buffalo State College, 1960-1961 season
In a black and white photograph, five basketball players are positioned on a court beneath a hoop and net. One player in jersey number 15 jumps with arms raised toward the basket. Four other players, including three in white "Buffalo State" jerseys, stand on the court and look upwards.
UB Varsity Basketball team players reach for the rebound in a game versus Buffalo State College, 1960-1961 season
A player wearing a light jersey with the number 30 jumps with both arms raised toward a basketball hoop. Several other players stand on the court below, including two wearing dark jerseys with the numbers 5 and 25. The high-contrast black and white photograph shows the basketball backboard and net at the top of the frame.
UB Varsity Basketball team grapple for the ball in a game versus Buffalo State College, 1960-1961 season
Three players are positioned near a basketball hoop on a dark court. Two individuals jump toward the basket with their arms raised toward the ball, while a third player stands on the ground looking up. The basketball hoop, net, and backboard are visible at the top of the frame.
UB Varsity Football team player Sam Sanders is presented with the Dom Grossi Award for Athlete of the Year, 1960-1961 season
Dom Grossi was one of UB's greatest football players and all-around athletes. He was killed on Iwo Jima during World War II.
In a black and white scene, two people are shaking hands while holding an award trophy decorated with flowers. Several individuals in the background watch the presentation, including one person wearing glasses who is clapping. A dark banner with the word "UNIVERS" is partially visible in the upper left corner.
UB Athletic Director Jim Peele at his silver anniversary dinner, 1961 season
Multiple people in suits and formal clothing are positioned around a table with a large floral centerpiece. A banner with the text "UNIVERSITY" and a shelf of trophies are visible in the background. The black and white halftone print is captioned "Jim Peele, Athletic Director" at the bottom.
UB Varsity Football team, 1960-1961 season
Three rows of players in numbered jerseys sit and stand in front of a back row of staff members on a grass field. Below the group, names are listed by row, and the word "Football" appears in a stylized font at the bottom.
Gordon Bukaty, UB Varsity Football team player, 1958-1959 through 1960-1961 seasons
A football player wearing a dark football jersey with the number 15 and light-colored shoulder stripes kneels on a grassy field. They hold an American football against their left leg and wear light-colored pants with dark, high-top cleats. The black and white halftone print shows the individual looking toward the camera while smiling.