Elmer Austin
- December 28, 2023
- 74 years
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Elmer Austin, 74, American basketball player (North Carolina A&T Aggies)
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|Elmer M. Austin Jr. (December 11, 1949 – December 28, 2023) was an American basketball player. He played college basketball for the North Carolina A&T Aggies and was the inaugural Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Year in 1972.
Early life
Austin was born in Greensboro, North Carolina, to parents Elmer and Dorothy Austin. He attended James B. Dudley High School and initially pursued football until he was coerced by others into playing basketball. Austin averaged over 20 points per game during his prep career and received interest from 10 colleges. He was recruited by Cal Irvin of the North Carolina A&T Aggies and accepted a scholarship to attend North Carolina A&T State University. Austin graduated from Dudley in 1968.
College career
Austin impressed Irvin during a preseason scrimmage against the Elon Phoenix and was moved into the starting line-up of the Aggies. He scored 24 points in his debut against the Akron Zips and remained in the starting line-up for his collegiate career.
Austin averaged a team-leading 19.1 points and 12.7 rebounds per game during his junior season. He earned All-Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) team honors.
The Aggies moved to the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) for its debut season in 1971–72. Austin led the team to the first MEAC championship while averaging a team-high 21.3 points and 10.4 rebounds per game. He was selected as the inaugural MEAC Player of the Year.
Austin graduated with a degree in physical education. He tried out for professional clubs and the United States men's national basketball team after the 1972 NBA draft.
Personal life and death
Austin had three children with his wife. He died in Greensboro, North Carolina on December 28, 2023, at the age of 74.
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Trivia & Knowledge· 16 questions
Questions drawn from Elmer Austin's archived record and the sources above.
1.On what date was Elmer Austin born?
- A.December 28, 1949
- B.November 11, 1948
- C.December 11, 1949correct
- D.January 12, 1950
Elmer Austin was born on December 11, 1949, according to the biographical details provided.
Source: introduction
2.In which city was Elmer Austin born?
- A.Durham, North Carolina
- B.Greensboro, North Carolinacorrect
- C.Raleigh, North Carolina
- D.Charlotte, North Carolina
Elmer Austin was born in Greensboro, North Carolina, to parents Elmer and Dorothy Austin.
Source: early life section
3.What sport did Elmer Austin initially pursue at James B. Dudley High School?
- A.Footballcorrect
- B.Basketball
- C.Baseball
- D.Track and field
Before being coerced into playing basketball, Elmer Austin initially pursued football during his time at James B. Dudley High School.
Source: early life section
4.In what year did Elmer Austin graduate from James B. Dudley High School?
- A.1968correct
- B.1969
- C.1967
- D.1966
Elmer Austin graduated from James B. Dudley High School in 1968.
Source: early life section
5.Who recruited Elmer Austin to play for the North Carolina A&T Aggies?
- A.The MEAC commissioner
- B.Dorothy Austin
- C.James B. Dudley
- D.Cal Irvincorrect
Cal Irvin was the coach who recruited Elmer Austin to play for the North Carolina A&T Aggies.
Source: early life section
6.Against which team did Elmer Austin score 24 points in his collegiate debut?
- A.Akron Zipscorrect
- B.Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- C.Elon Phoenix
- D.Duke Blue Devils
Elmer Austin scored 24 points in his college debut against the Akron Zips.
Source: college career section
7.What honors did Elmer Austin receive during his junior season?
- A.All-American selection
- B.Most Improved Player
- C.All-CIAA team honorscorrect
- D.MEAC Player of the Year
During his junior season, Elmer Austin earned All-Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) team honors.
Source: college career section
8.What was the result of the inaugural MEAC championship season for the team led by Elmer Austin?
- A.They failed to qualify for the tournament
- B.They were disqualified due to eligibility
- C.They finished in second place
- D.They led the team to the first MEAC championshipcorrect
Elmer Austin led the North Carolina A&T Aggies to the first MEAC championship during the 1971–72 season.
Source: college career section
9.What award was given to Elmer Austin for his performance in the 1971–72 season?
- A.CIAA Player of the Year
- B.National Player of the Year
- C.MEAC Player of the Yearcorrect
- D.Defensive Player of the Year
Elmer Austin was selected as the inaugural Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Player of the Year.
Source: college career section
10.What degree did Elmer Austin earn upon graduating from college?
- A.Physical educationcorrect
- B.Communications
- C.Business administration
- D.Sports management
Elmer Austin graduated from college with a degree in physical education.
Source: college career section
11.After the 1972 NBA draft, what did Elmer Austin do?
- A.He started his own business
- B.He coached the Aggies
- C.He tried out for professional clubs and the U.S. national teamcorrect
- D.He retired immediately
Following the 1972 NBA draft, Elmer Austin attempted to play for professional clubs and the United States men's national basketball team.
Source: college career section
12.How many children did Elmer Austin have?
- A.Two
- B.Four
- C.Threecorrect
- D.One
The text states that Elmer Austin had three children with his wife.
Source: personal life and death section
13.At what age did Elmer Austin pass away?
- A.70
- B.72
- C.76
- D.74correct
Elmer Austin died at the age of 74.
Source: introduction
14.On what date did Elmer Austin pass away?
- A.November 28, 2023
- B.December 11, 2023
- C.December 28, 2023correct
- D.January 1, 2024
Elmer Austin died in Greensboro, North Carolina, on December 28, 2023.
Source: personal life and death section
15.What was Elmer Austin's points per game average during his prep career?
- A.Over 20 pointscorrect
- B.Over 30 points
- C.Over 25 points
- D.Over 15 points
Elmer Austin averaged over 20 points per game during his prep career at high school.
Source: early life section
16.Which college did Elmer Austin attend after receiving interest from 10 different schools?
- A.North Carolina A&T State Universitycorrect
- B.Akron University
- C.Elon University
- D.James B. Dudley University
After being recruited, Elmer Austin accepted a scholarship to attend North Carolina A&T State University.
Source: early life section
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