Bill Chmielewski
American basketball player
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William Chmielewski (born December 12, 1941) is an American former professional basketball player. He was born in Detroit, Michigan and attended Holy Redeemer High School, graduating in 1960. As a senior he helped Holy Redeemer capture the Class B state basketball championship.[1][2] Chmielewski then played basketball at the University of Dayton.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 12, 1941 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) |
| Listed weight | 240 lb (109 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Holy Redeemer (Detroit, Michigan) |
| College | Dayton (1961–1962) |
| NBA draft | 1964: 2nd round, 15th overall pick |
| Drafted by | Cincinnati Royals |
| Position | Center |
| Career history | |
| 1962 | Trenton Colonials |
| 1962–1963 | Philadelphia Tapers |
| 1964–1965 | Muskogan Panthers |
| 1966–1967 | Battle Creek Braves |
| Career highlights | |
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| Stats at Basketball Reference | |
Career
Chmielewski, who stood 6'10",[2] won the National Invitation Tournament in 1962 with the University of Dayton, and was named MVP of the tournament.[3] He left college after one season to get married, and signed with the Philadelphia Tapers in the American Basketball League.[4] In 1964, he was selected in the NBA draft by the Cincinnati Royals, but has never played in the NBA.[5][6]
In 1964–1965 he played for the Muskogan Panthers. In 1966–1967 he played for the Battle Creek Braves. Both teams were in the North American Basketball League[7]
