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Gary Davidson

b. 1934

American lawyer and businessman

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About Gary Davidson

Born 1934. Gary Davidson is an American lawyer, known for American Basketball Association, World Football League and World Hockey Association.

Gary L. Davidson (born August 13, 1934) is an American lawyer and businessman who is based in Orange County, California.

Davidson co-founded and served as the first president of the World Hockey Association and served as a president of the American Basketball Association. He also founded the World Football League where he was the league's first president and commissioner. He was a star basketball player at Garden Grove, Calif., High School and attended the University of Redlands, Calif.

Honors In 1973 and 1974, the Gary L. Davidson Award was presented to the most valuable player of the World Hockey Association.

In 2010, Davidson was part of the initial group of individuals elected to the World Hockey Association Hall of Fame.

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Important facts

Born
13 August 1934
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Lawyer
Nationality
United States
Known for
American Basketball Association, World Football League, World Hockey Association

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Gary Davidson?

American lawyer and businessman

When was Gary Davidson born?

Gary Davidson was born on 13 August 1934.

What is Gary Davidson's occupation?

Gary Davidson is a lawyer.

What is Gary Davidson known for?

Gary Davidson is known for American Basketball Association, World Football League and World Hockey Association.

What nationality is Gary Davidson?

Gary Davidson is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gary Davidson

· Wikidata: Q16197634

· DBpedia: Gary Davidson

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