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Hall of Fame

Dudzick

Joseph Dudzick

  • Class
    1938
  • Induction
    1978
  • Sport(s)
    Men's Basketball
  • Had strong showings as a freshman in 1934 as the only player on the roster listed at 6-foot-11.
  • In 1938, also his final year, his practice of being underneath the basket and knocking shots away led to a 44-42 upset win over Marquette.
  • As a result, the practice of goaltending was outlawed the following season.
  • He would venture into politics and serve for 12 years as a city councilman and for 16 years as a city accesser.
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