Ernie Vandeweghe facts for kids
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| Guard / Small forward | |
| Personal information | |
| Born | September 12, 1928 Montreal, Quebec |
| Died | November 8, 2014 (aged 86) Newport Beach, California |
| High school | Oceanside (Oceanside, New York) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 195 lb (88 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Colgate (1945–1949) |
| NBA Draft | 1949 / Round: 3 |
| Selected by the New York Knicks | |
| Pro career | 1949–1956 |
| Career history | |
| 1949–1956 | New York Knicks |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career statistics | |
| Points | 2,135 (9.5 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 834 (4.6 rpg) |
| Assists | 548 (2.4 apg) |
| Stats at Basketball-Reference.com | |
Ernest Maurice "Ernie" Vandeweghe Jr. (September 12, 1928 – November 8, 2014) was an American professional basketball player. He was also a doctor and a veteran of the United States Air Force. Ernie is best known for playing for the New York Knicks in the NBA.
Ernie Vandeweghe came from a very athletic family. His wife, Colleen Kay Hutchins, was crowned Miss America in 1952. Their son, Kiki Vandeweghe, became a famous NBA All-Star player and later a coach. Ernie's granddaughter, Coco Vandeweghe, is a professional tennis player.
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Ernie Vandeweghe's Early Life and College Years
Ernie Vandeweghe was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He grew up in Oceanside, New York, where he attended Oceanside High School.
After high school, Ernie went to Colgate University. He played college basketball for the Colgate Raiders from 1945 to 1949. In 1949, he was named a "Consensus second-team All-American." This means he was recognized as one of the best college basketball players in the entire country that year.
Playing for the New York Knicks
In 1949, Ernie Vandeweghe was drafted by the New York Knicks in the third round of the NBA draft. He played as a guard and Small forward for the Knicks from 1949 to 1956.
During his time with the Knicks, Ernie scored a total of 2,135 points, averaging about 9.5 points per game. He also grabbed 834 rebounds and made 548 assists. He was a valuable player for the team during his career.
Life After Basketball
After his basketball career, Ernie Vandeweghe became a successful physician. He also served in the United States Air Force. This shows he was dedicated to helping others, both on and off the court.
Death
Ernie Vandeweghe passed away at the age of 86 on November 8, 2014. He died in Newport Beach, California.
See also
In Spanish: Ernie Vandeweghe para niños
