Dick Ricketts
Baseball and basketball athlete
Born
December 4th, 1933
91 years ago
Died
1988
37 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A prominent athlete, Ricketts played two professional sports: baseball and basketball. In baseball, he played as a pitcher and had a brief stint in Major League Baseball. His professional basketball career included participation in the NBA, where he contributed to his team's performance during the early years of the league. Ricketts' dual-sport career marked him as a versatile athlete, showcasing skills in both baseball and basketball at competitive levels.
Played in Major League Baseball
Competed in the NBA
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