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Maister, Elmer

Elmer M. Maister

A member of the Jewish fraternity ZBT (Zeta Beta Tau), Maister played baseball and basketball at Syracuse University in the early 1930s.

Birth and Death Dates:
unknown

Career Highlights:
Maister, who played both guard and forward while at Syracuse University, was a three-year starter, beginning his sophomore season in 1931-32. One of the best games of Maister's career came on February 4, 1933 when he scored 15 points in a 35-27 victory over Colgate. Only five days later, Maister scored ten points in a 46-30 win over Oberlin. Following the season, Maister was named the team's Most Valuable Player.

Origin:
unknown

Career Dates:
Maister played guard and forward on the Syracuse basketball team, 1932-34.


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References:
Zeta Beta Tau Quarterly, January 1932
New York Times, February 5, 1933
New York Times, February 10, 1933
New York Times, April 16, 1933