Ace Parker
American football and baseball player
Born
1912
113 years ago
Died
November 6th, 2013
12 years ago — 101 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A celebrated athlete in both American football and baseball, Parker achieved success as a player and later a coach. In American football, played as a quarterback for the Portsmouth Spartans and later for the Brooklyn Dodgers, securing numerous accolades including All-Pro selections. In baseball, played as an infielder, primarily for the Philadelphia Athletics, contributing to the team's performance in the late 1930s. Transitioned from player to coach, influencing young athletes in both sports.
Played as a quarterback for the Portsmouth Spartans
Played for the Philadelphia Athletics in baseball
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