Chief Toorock
American football player
About Chief Toorock
Lived 1902 – 1964 (aged 62). Chief Toorock was an American basketball player, american football player and baseball player.
Meyer "Chief" Toorock (March 14, 1902 – December 22, 1964) was an American athlete. He played college baseball, basketball, and football at New York University. He played professional football for the Brooklyn Lions of the National Football League (NFL).
Early life Meyer Toorock was born on March 14, 1902, in New York City. He attended Evander Childs High School in The Bronx. In spring 1922, he was the shortstop for the baseball team but took over as the starting catcher for the remainder of the season after the former catcher became injured. Toorock was the only NYU athlete to earn three varsity letters that year.
Professional career In February 1926, Toorock signed with the New York Hebrews semi-pro baseball team. On September 23, 1926, he signed with the Brooklyn Lions of the National Football League (NFL). He played in either one or two games for the Lions during the 1926 NFL season.
Personal life Toorock died on December 22, 1964.
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Who was Chief Toorock?
American football player (1902–1964)
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Chief Toorock was born on 14 March 1902.
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Chief Toorock died on 22 December 1964.
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Chief Toorock was a basketball player, american football player and baseball player.
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