Steve Bilsky Explained

Steve Bilsky is an American former basketball player.^{[1] [2]}

Biography

Bilsky holds a degree from Penn's Wharton Business School and a master's in counseling from Oregon. At Oregon, he assisted coach Dick Harter in basketball. He played basketball professionally in Israel and joined Penn in 1976, serving in roles including academic counselor and assistant athletic director.^[3] He directed the Penn Relays and has played on championship teams across various levels.^[4] In 1982, Bilsky transitioned to George Washington University as the director of men's athletics.

As a player, he earned the title of a three-time All-Ivy League guard and was captain of the 1970-71 team.^[5] He also holds a Penn record for the most free throws in a single game.

Beginning his administrative role in 1994,^[6] Bilsky contributed to the development of Penn's athletic facilities and increased alumni involvement in the athletic department.^[7] His contributions led to his inductions into the Philadelphia Big 5 and Penn Athletic Halls of Fame.

Bilsky retired in 2014.^[8]

Notes and References

1. Web site: 2014-01-08 . End of an Athletic Era . 2023-10-20 . The Pennsylvania Gazette . en-US.
2. Web site: Bilsky, Steve . 2023-10-20 . www.jewsinsports.org.
3. News: Asher . Mark . 1982-11-23 . Bilsky Named New Athletic Director at GW . en-US . Washington Post . 2023-10-20 . 0190-8286.
4. https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/sports/1982/11/23/bilsky-named-new-athletic-director-at-gw/fc30966f-8c15-44a0-bdac-f300307c54af/
5. Web site: Philly Jewish Sports Hall of Fame Steve Bilsky . 2023-10-20 . phillyjewishsports.org.
6. Web site: Tydings . Steven . From the Buzz: Athletic Director Steve Bilsky to retire . 2023-10-20 . www.thedp.com . en-us.
7. Web site: Q & A with Penn Athletic Director Steve Bilsky . 2023-10-20 . www.thedp.com . en-us.
8. Web site: Tony . Mike . Penn Athletic Director Steve Bilsky to retire . 2023-10-20 . www.thedp.com . en-us.