Baltimore Clippers (basketball) explained

The Baltimore Clippers were an American basketball team based in Baltimore, Maryland, which played in the American Basketball League.

History

The Baltimore Clippers were owned and managed by Henry Dopkin.[1] They played out of the Baltimore Coliseum.[2]

1939–1940 season

They played their first game on November 10, 1939, losing to the New York Jewels.[3] Members of the first team included Bobby McDermott.[2]

Year-by-year

YearLeagueReg. SeasonPlayoffs
1939/40ABL5th5th in Round Robin
1940/41ABL5th (1st half); 5th (2nd half)Did not qualify

Notes and References

  1. News: Lentz Guest of Honor at Cage Exhibition . February 3, 2024 . The Baltimore Sun . November 5, 1939 . 28.
  2. News: Clippers to Tackle Wilkes-Barre Next . February 3, 2024 . The Baltimore Sun . November 12, 1939 . 26.
  3. News: New York Five Tops Clippers . February 3, 2024 . The Baltimore Sun . November 11, 1939 . 15.