Ken Walters (basketball)
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BornApril 29, 1922
Millfield, Ohio, U.S.
Millfield, Ohio, U.S.
DiedFebruary 13, 1992 (aged 69)
Clearwater, Florida, U.S.
Clearwater, Florida, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Listed weight170 lb (77 kg)
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 29, 1922 Millfield, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | February 13, 1992 (aged 69) Clearwater, Florida, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| Listed weight | 170 lb (77 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Ohio |
| NBA draft | 1947: undrafted |
| Position | Guard |
| Career history | |
| As a player: | |
| 1947 | Syracuse Nationals |
| 1947–1948 | Zanesville Pioneers |
| 1948 | Louisville Colonels |
| 1948–1951 | Hartford Hurricanes |
| 1948–1949 | Bristol |
| 1949–1950 | New Britain |
| As a coach: | |
| 1952–1960 | Clearwater HS |
Kenneth William Walters (April 29, 1922 – February 13, 1992) was an American professional basketball player.[1][2] He played in the National Basketball League for the Syracuse Nationals in one game during the 1947–48 season.[1][3] His playing career spanned four total seasons, however, as he did compete in various other professional leagues of the time.[2]
Walters moved to Clearwater, Florida where he coached Clearwater High School's basketball team and also sold insurance.[2] He became the Clearwater City Commissioner in 1960.[2]
