Apr 30, 2014 · Sandy Koufax's phenomenal fastball as an 18-year-old at the University of Cincinnati has never been forgotten. And neither has the class which he exhibited to his UC teammates during that...

Major League hitters would learn of Sandy Koufax' overpowering talent, particularly after he honed his control. Koufax pitched a National League record four no-hitters, including a perfect game in 1965. Twice he fanned 18 batters in a game …

Koufax chose to attend the University of Cincinnati after becoming a walk-on for their freshman basketball team. Playing under coach Ed Jucker, he averaged 9.7 points per game. [3]

Dec 3, 2024 · Sandy Koufax (top row, second from right) finished fourth in scoring on the University of Cincinnati’s freshman basketball team in 1953-54. (Courtesy of University of Cincinnati Athletic Department)

Apr 30, 2014 · The uniform number Sandy Koufax wore with the University of Cincinnati baseball team in 1954 is something of a mystery these days. Koufax told The Enquirer in an interview last week that...

One of the little-known facts about the great Sandy Koufax’s career is that the legendary pitcher came to Cincinnati from Brooklyn in 1953 as a walk-on basketball player who earned a partial scholarship.

Dec 3, 2024 · Sandy Koufax pitched one season for the University of Cincinnati baseball team in 1954. He posted a 3-1 record with a 2.81 ERA. (Courtesy of University of Cincinnati Athletic Department) When you think of the nickname Wild Thing, which baseball player comes to mind?

Tony Trabert, A&S '52, HonDoc '07 -- Tennis champ who captured three of the four Grand Slam singles titles in 1955. Sandy Koufax, att '55 -- One of the most dominating pitchers in MLB history with five straight ERA titles and no-hitters in four consecutive seasons as a Dodger, 1955-66.

Jan 12, 2025 · Koufax's journey in baseball truly began at the University of Cincinnati, where he honed his skills as a hard-throwing left-handed pitcher. His performance caught the attention of major league scouts, and after just one year of college baseball, he …

3 days ago · Sandy Koufax attended the University of Cincinnati, where he played baseball as a left-handed pitcher. During his time at the university, he not only showcased his pitching skills but also played basketball.