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Joseph "Buddy" Yambor
Class of 1948 - Inducted in 2000
Class of 1948 - Inducted in 2000
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Buddy was inducted into the SHSAA Packer Sports Greats in 2000.
Buddy lettered in baseball, football, and basketball for 3 years, including while on the intercity team. He played American Legion Baseball from 1945-1947 and was on the All-American team in 1947. Buddy played in Chicago Cubs organization before entering the Army during the Korean War. After his time in the army, he went to Omaha University and played basketball and baseball. He was named Outstanding Fast Pitch Softball Player for many years. |