John A. Pawk (December 23, 1910 – December 28, 2004) was an American professional basketball player.[1] He played for the Warren Penns and Cleveland White Horses in the National Basketball League and averaged 4.1 points per game.[1][2][3] His younger brother was Steve Pawk, who also played professional basketball.[2]
Personal information | |
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Born | (1910-12-23)December 23, 1910 Butler, Pennsylvania |
Died | December 28, 2004(2004-12-28) (aged 94) West Chester, Pennsylvania |
Nationality | American |
Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
Listed weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
Career information | |
College | Westminster (PA) |
Playing career | 1932–1939 |
Position | Forward |
Career history | |
1932–1936 | Butler Penn Drakes |
1937–1938 | Warren HyVis Oil |
1936–1937 | Hilgemeier Packers |
1937–1938 | Warren Penns |
1938–1939 | Warren Penns / Cleveland White Horses |
In his post-basketball career, Pawk worked at the Lyndora Hotel for 40 years.[2] He was also the uncle of Tony Award-winning singer and actress Michele Pawk.[4][5]
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