Anthony Gaffney
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| Position | Power forward |
| Height / weight | 2.06 m / 100 kg |
| Born | 14 Nov 1984 (41 years) |
| Nationality |  United States |
Anthony Gaffney is an American former professional basketball player who played extensively in international leagues after a successful college career.
Player Profile
Anthony Joseph Gaffney Jr. was born on November 14, 1984, in Boston, Massachusetts. He stands 206 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 100 kg. He played power forward throughout his career.High School and College Career
Gaffney attended Somerset High School before transferring to Northfield Mount Hermon School. He began his college career at Boston University (2004-2006) before transferring to UMass (2007-2009).At UMass, he earned Atlantic 10 Defensive Player of the Year honors and was named to the Second-team All-Atlantic 10 and All-Defensive Team in 2009.
Professional Career
After going undrafted in the 2009 NBA Draft, Gaffney embarked on an international career that spanned multiple countries.He found success in Israel, winning the Israeli League championship with Hapoel Jerusalem in 2015 and earning Sixth Man of the Year honors the same season. He also played in Turkey, Germany, Spain, Japan, and Italy before retiring in 2020.
After his playing career, he transitioned into coaching and officiating, becoming an assistant boys coach at New Bedford High School in 2021 and a Massachusetts high school basketball referee in 2023.
Career Highlights
- 2015 - Israeli League Champion
- 2015 - Israeli League Sixth Man of the Year
- 2018, 2020 - Israeli League All-Star
- 2011 - NBDL All-Defensive First Team
- 2012, 2014 - BBL All-Star
- 2009 - Atlantic 10 Defensive Player of the Year
- 2009 - Second-team All-Atlantic 10
- 2009 - Atlantic 10 All-Defensive Team
Anthony Gaffney FAQ
Where did Anthony Gaffney play college basketball?
He played college basketball at Boston University and UMass, where he earned Atlantic 10 Defensive Player of the Year honors.
What was Gaffney's greatest professional achievement?
Winning the Israeli League championship and Sixth Man of the Year award with Hapoel Jerusalem in 2015 was Gaffney’s greatest professional achievement.
What is Gaffney doing now?
He works as a high school basketball referee in Massachusetts and has served as an assistant coach at New Bedford High School.