Emmett McLemore facts for kids
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| Position: | End / Quarterback |
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| Born: | September 12, 1899 Lyons, Oklahoma, United States |
| Died: | May 19, 1973 (aged 73) |
| Height: | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Weight: | 165 lb (75 kg) |
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| College: | Haskell Indian Pittsburg State |
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Emmett "Red Fox" McLemore (born September 12, 1899 – died May 19, 1973) was a professional football player. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for two seasons, in 1923 and 1924. Emmett was a member of the Cherokee Nation.
Playing in the NFL
Emmett McLemore started his NFL career in the 1923 NFL season with the Oorang Indians. This team was very unique! It was based in LaRue, Ohio, and all its players were Native Americans. The famous football legend Jim Thorpe was their coach.
Highlights from the 1923 Season
Emmett McLemore had some exciting moments during the 1923 season.
On December 2, 1923, in a game against the Chicago Cardinals:
- He threw a touchdown pass to a teammate named Arrowhead.
- He also kicked a field goal. This happened after Joe Guyon made an interception (meaning he caught a pass meant for the other team).
- Even though he had these great plays, his team lost 22-19. He also missed two extra point kicks in that game.
- Later in the same game, McLemore kicked a punt that hit a Cardinals' player. His teammate Ted Buffalo quickly picked up the ball and scored!
A week later, on December 7, McLemore played another great game against the Louisville Brecks. He caught two passes from Joe Guyon for touchdowns, helping his team win 19-0.
Moving to the Kansas City Blues
For the 1924 NFL season, Emmett McLemore played in four NFL games with the Kansas City Blues.
