Walter H. Simmons
American gridiron football player
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| Intro | American gridiron football player | |
| Places | United States of America | |
| is | American football player Surgeon | |
| Work field | Healthcare Sports | |
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| Birth | 26 July 1879, Carrollton, Carroll County, Mississippi, USA | |
| Star sign | Leo | |
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Biography
Walter Hineman Simmons, Sr. (July 26, 1879 – ?) was a college football player and surgeon.
Early years
Walter H. Simmons was born in Carrollton, Mississippi in July 1879, the son of Harry Simmons and Delia Johnston.
Vanderbilt University
Simmons completed a literary course at Vanderbilt University as a member of the class of 1901, then pursued a medical degree as the class of 1903.
Football
He was a prominent end for the Vanderbilt Commodores football team.
1899
Simmons was captain of the 1899 team, selected All-Southern by Sewanee coach Billy Suter.
Basketball
1900–01
He was also a member of the 1900–01 basketball team, the school's first official squad.
Surgeon
After college, he moved to Arkansas and practiced there in various cities.