Did Frank Howard play basketball?

Former baseball coach Frank Howard played basketball and baseball during his college days at Ohio State University.

He was an All-American in both games from 1956 to 1958.

Howard stood at 6 feet 7 inches (2.01 m) tall. Till date, he still holds “the Ohio State single-game record for rebounds with 32.7.”

About Frank Howard

Frank Howard is a former baseball player, coach, and manager, who carved out a legendary career in Major League Baseball (MLB).

In 1960, Howard was named the National League’s Rookie of the Year, setting the stage for an illustrious career.

He led the American League in numerous categories, from home runs to slugging percentage.

Perhaps most remarkable are the records he set in 1969 while playing for the Washington franchise, hitting 48 home runs and amassing 340 total bases.

Howard’s contributions extended beyond the individual accolades. He held franchise records for the Washington/Texas team, and his impact as a coach and manager cultivated the next generation of baseball talent.

Howard passed away on October 30, 2023, at the age of 87.