Edward Charles Dancker (March 14, 1914 – October 3, 1991)[1] was an American professional basketball player.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 14, 1914 Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
| Died | October 3, 1991 (aged 77) Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Listed weight | 200 lb (91 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | South Division (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) |
| Position | Center |
| Career history | |
| 1934–1935 | Milwaukee Pure Oils |
| 1935–1936 | Milwaukee Harvesters |
| 1935–1936 | Sheboygan Enzo Jels |
| 1936–1937 | Sheboygan Art Imigs |
| 1937–1948 | Sheboygan Red Skins |
| 1948–1949 | Oshkosh All-Stars |
| 1948–1950 | Milwaukee Shooting Stars |
| 1950–1951 | New Holstein |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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A 6'7" center who grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin,[2] Dancker began his professional career in 1938 with the Sheboygan Red Skins of the National Basketball League (NBL). He averaged 7.8 points per game and served as the team captain.[2][3] In 1948–49, Dancker played for the Oshkosh All-Stars. Dancker was a five-time NBL all-star and ranked fourth among all-time NBL scoring leaders.
References
edit- ^ "United States Social Security Death Index," Edward C Dancker, 1991". Family Search. Retrieved June 27, 2012.
- ^ a b McGlynn, Stoney (December 2, 1945). "The Sports Parade". The Milwaukee Sentinel. Retrieved June 27, 2012.
- ^ Dimitry, Steve. "National Basketball League (1937-1949)". Archived from the original on August 18, 2005. Retrieved June 27, 2012.
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