1916 De Neri Basketball Team, Eastern League, Philadelphia
The page from the 1917 Reach Official Basket Ball Guide features a group photograph of the De Neri team from the Eastern League, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The individuals in the image are identified with numbers and their last names. The team members are Grimstad (1), Beckman (2), Dudley (3), Kinkaide (4), Bilson (5), Dark (6), and Newman (7). The Eastern League was a prominent basketball league during the early 20th century, playing a significant role in the development and popularization of basketball in the United States. Philadelphia, known for its rich basketball history, was a hub for competitive teams and players who contributed to the evolution of the sport. Teams like De Neri participated in rigorous leagues that laid the groundwork for future basketball associations and leagues.