Franklin Mieuli was primary owner of the Golden State Warriors from 1962-1985. He also retains a 5% share of the San Francisco 49ers purchased in 1954. The Golden State Warriors are a professional basketball team based in Oakland, California. ... City San Francisco, California Other nicknames Niners Team colors Cardinal Red, Metallic Gold and Black Head Coach Mike Nolan Owner Denise DeBartolo York and John York General manager none Mascot Sourdough Sam League/Conference affiliations All-America Football Conference (1946-1949) Western Division (1946-1948) National Football League (1950-present...

A colorful figure, he is known best for his trademark dearstalker cap and scruffy beard.