Today, I want to talk about a guy named Steve “Snapper” Jones. This dude was a big deal in the basketball world, especially around here in Oregon. I recently got interested in his story and decided to dig a little deeper. So, I started with a simple search online, just to get the basics. Turns out, Snapper wasn’t just any player; he was a legend with the Portland Trail Blazers and also a well-known broadcaster for them for like, 26 years. That’s a long time doing one thing!
First off, I checked out his stats, just to see what kind of player he was. I found out his age, height, and all that good stuff. Then I learned that he wasn’t just known as Steve Jones. People called him “Snapper” Jones. Apparently, he got that nickname from two teammates when he was in New Orleans. I tried to find out why they called him that, but he never really explained it, kept it a bit of a mystery.
Next up, I looked into his life outside of basketball. He was born in Alexandria, Louisiana, in 1942, and sadly, he passed away in Houston, Texas, in 2017. He was 75. His younger brother, Nick, said he was a fighter, which I thought was pretty touching. It sounds like he was a really strong person, both on and off the court.
So then, I started to piece together his career timeline. He played in the ABA, which was a big league back in the day before it merged with the NBA. I watched some old clips of his games, and man, could he play! After his playing days, he became the voice of the Trail Blazers for over two decades. I listened to some of his broadcasts, and he had such a smooth, engaging way of talking about the game.
Finally, I realized that Steve “Snapper” Jones was more than just a basketball player or a broadcaster. He was a part of the fabric of Oregon’s basketball scene. From what I gathered, he was a genuinely good guy, respected and loved by many. His story is a reminder of how sports figures can touch our lives in meaningful ways.
- Learned about his nickname “Snapper” and its mysterious origins.
- Explored his personal life, including his birth and his passing.
- Delved into his basketball career, both as a player and a broadcaster.
- Realized his impact on Oregon’s basketball community and beyond.
It was a cool little journey, learning about Snapper Jones. It’s always interesting to take a closer look at the people who’ve made a mark in their field. It’s not just about the games they played or the things they said; it’s about the whole story. And Snapper’s story is definitely one worth remembering.
And that’s all I found from my research. I hope you also learn something from it.
