Tarzan Cooper
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Charles "Tarzan" Cooper (August 30, 1907 – December 19, 1980) was an American professional basketball player. He is mostly known for his time with the New York Renaissance (1929–41).
Cooper was born in Newark, Delaware. After playing at Philadelphia Central High School, Cooper turned pro in 1925. He played for the Philadelphia Panthers and Philadelphia Giants, two Independent League teams, until 1929, he joined the famous NY Rens. At 6 ft 4 in (1.9 m), Cooper has been called the greatest center that ever played by Hall of Famer Joe Lapchick.
Cooper died at age 73 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.