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Personal

  • Resided in Birmingham, Alabama in 1953.
  • Was named manager of the Birmingham Barons in 1952 during the season, replacing Al Vincent.
  • Drew three bases on balls and got a hit in his other time at bat in his first pro game.

Pre-professional carrer

  • Attended Darling Prep School.
  • Played basketball, football and baseball in prep school.
  • Attended the University of Georgia but did not graduate.
  • Played baseball and football at the University of Georgia.
  • Played American Legion ball in Atlanta in 1941.

Outside of baseball

  • Served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 through 1945.

Career notes

  • 1943, 1944, 1945 Shows "Armed Forces (Navy)"

Sources =

  • 1953 Pacific Coast League Sketch Book.
  • Social Security Death Index (SSN: 259-16-2923).
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