// Workers AI · dad joke modeWho's Willis Young? Young at heart, will is strong.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 27, 1911 Carroll County, Indiana, U.S. |
| Died | April 3, 1981 (aged 69) Richardson, Texas, U.S. |
| Career information | |
| High school | Delphi (Delphi, Indiana) |
| Playing career | 1931–1938 |
| Position | Center |
| Career history | |
| 1931–1934 | Schuessler A.C. of Chicago |
| 1934–1937 | Chicago Duffy Florals |
| 1938 | Whiting Ciesar All-Americans |
Willis Verl Young (October 27, 1911 – April 3, 1981), frequently misnamed as Willie Young,[1] was an American professional basketball player.[2][1] He played in the National Basketball League in just two games for the Whiting Ciesar All-Americans during the 1937–38 season (both being playoff appearances).[1][2]
Career statistics
[edit]NBL
[edit]| GP | Games played | FGM | Field goals made |
| FTM | Free throws made | FTA | Free throws attempted |
| FT% | Free throw percentage | PTS | Total points |
| PPG | Points per game | Bold | Career high |
Source[2]
Playoffs
[edit]| Year | Team | GP | FGM | FTM | PTS | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | Whiting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .0 |
References
[edit]- 1 2 3 "Willis Young". Peach Basket Society. September 17, 2015. Retrieved May 20, 2019.
- 1 2 3 "Willie Young NBL stats". Basketball Reference. Sports Reference LLC. Retrieved March 10, 2025.
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