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Donald Lewis Elser (August 4, 1913 – October 18, 1968) was an American professional basketball and football player.[1][2] He played in the National Basketball League for the Toledo Jim White Chevrolets during the 1941–42 season and averaged 4.5 points per game.[2] Elser also played for the Boston Shamrocks in the American Football League (sometimes known as "AFL II").[1] While at Notre Dame, Elser was selected to play in the 1936 Chicago College All-Star Game.[1]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 4, 1913 Gary, Indiana |
| Died | October 18, 1968 (aged 55) Gary, Indiana |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Listed weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Horace Mann (Gary, Indiana) |
| College | Notre Dame (1933–1936) |
| Position | Forward / center |
| Career history | |
| 1941–1942 | Toledo Jim White Chevrolets |
| 1946–1947 | Gary Ingots |
Elser was also a standout track and field athlete in college. He finished in second place (behind Olympian Jesse Owens) in the 220-yard low hurdles at the 1936 NCAA Track and Field Championships. He also finished fifth in the shot put, earning All-American status in both events.[3]
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