Barney Sedran
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Mohawk Valley connection:
Played pro-basketball for the Utica Utes/Indianas from 1912 - 1914.

Claim to fame:
Hall of Fame basketball player.

Did you know?
The "Mighty Mite" of basketball was 5' 4" and weighed approximately 115 lbs.

Quote:
"Players would be thrown against the wire, and most of us would get cut. The court was covered with blood."
--On the use of wire mesh to enclose the court

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Photo from the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

Quick Bio

Born in the Bronx, Barney Sedran was considered too small to play in high school. His later success playing in college led to a long career in pro-basketball.

Sedran was a leading scorer and excellent ball handler. During the 1913 -1914 season, he and the Utica team won the New York State League title and the "World's Pro Title."

Sedran played for many teams in New York State and the Northeast for over 20 years, and also found success in coaching.

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