About Eyre Saitch
Lived 1905 – 1985 (aged 80). Eyre Saitch was a tennis player.
Eyre Saitch (February 20, 1905 in Pembroke Parish, Bermuda – November 28, 1985 in New Jersey and part of the first black team to win a world championship in basketball. He would win over 2000 games with the team. He along with his team was enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Erye was a national level tennis player who would win a national title in tennis. Erye died in 1985. Sylvester Smith served as Saitch's doubles partner. During his career he was also known as Bruiser Saitch.
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Who was Eyre Saitch?
tennis player (-1985)
When was Eyre Saitch born?
Eyre Saitch was born on 20 February 1905.
When did Eyre Saitch die?
Eyre Saitch died on 28 November 1985.
What was Eyre Saitch's occupation?
Eyre Saitch was a tennis player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eyre Saitch. https://biography.guide/eyre-saitch/
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