James Elmer Springer (June 17, 1926 - February 19, 2018) was an American professional

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player. He played in the National Basketball League,

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, and American Basketball League during the early years of modern professional basketball in the United States. Following a standout high school career, Springer began his collegiate career at Indiana State Teacher's College, where he played one season for

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before completing his collegiate career at

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. At Canterbury, he was a member of the basketball team for three seasons, the football and track teams for two seasons. He was also a member of the

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fraternity and the Letterman's Club.

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