Lawrence Baker
United StatesLawrence Baker was an American tennis player and administrator. He was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1975 in the contributor category.
Player Profile and Personal Life
Lawrence Baker was born on June 18, 1890, in Lowndesville, South Carolina, USA. He passed away in October 1980 at the age of 90.Professional Career
Baker was the president of the United States Tennis Association from 1948 to 1950. He was the Captain of the United States Davis Cup team in 1953. Baker also served as the General Counsel for the United States Tennis Association until 1970.Career Record
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What was Lawrence Baker's profession?
Lawrence Baker was a tennis administrator and player.
What was Lawrence Baker’s most significant contribution to tennis?
Lawrence Baker's most significant contributions were serving as president of the United States Tennis Association and as the captain of the U.S. Davis Cup team.
When did Lawrence Baker pass away?
Lawrence Baker passed away on October 14, 1980, at the age of 90.