Pie Weaver
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BornSeptember 9, 1892
Atlanta, Georgia, US
DiedJanuary 9, 1943 (aged 50)
PositionGuard
1911–1916Atlanta Athletic Club
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 9, 1892 Atlanta, Georgia, US |
| Died | January 9, 1943 (aged 50) |
| Position | Guard |
| Career history | |
| 1911–1916 | Atlanta Athletic Club |
| Career highlights | |
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Lamar "Pie" Weaver (September 9, 1892 – January 9, 1943) was an American basketball player for the Atlanta Athletic Club, "one of the best known basketball players in the South."[1][2][3] He served in World War I, and continued his career in the army until his death.[4] Weaver played on the Southern champion 1914 A. A. C. team coached by Joe Bean.[5] Weaver was a so-called stationary guard.[5] He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery.[6]
