SVD
Years ago

Where Are They Now: Jerry Dennard?

Can anyone shed some light on what Jerry Dennard is doing with life after basketball.

I had a search around the net but couldn't find much about him.

He was a cult hero in Adelaide in the seasons he played here and would be keen to know what he is up to.

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bozza  
Years ago


Isn't he still the Stadium Manager at Elizabeth?

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DICKO  
Years ago

Hanging out with some bloke called John S M Y T H, last time I heard.

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Joe M  
Years ago

Last I heard he was a hospital orderly at the Modbury hospital.

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thomo  
Years ago

still remember the days at apollo with people holding the Jerry for PM banners

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Anonymous  
Years ago

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Jerry in action 1993

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Orange Squeezer  
Years ago

Saw him at TTP b4 xmas when out there for work... Nothing has changed about him. Infact he had a dart in his hand, and finished it outside b4 entering!!!

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where's Dean Uthoff

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Ashlee Dennard  
Years ago

hey all, for those wondering where my father is he is currently residing in Adelaide still! After playing with the Sixer's he went on to coach the southern suns and then onto small basketball teams up near Gawler! He would love to hear that people are still asking about him! It's good to know people are still looking for him!
Thankyou
Regards Ashlee Dennard

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Ellopoppet  
Years ago

Where did this Jerry Dennard play early college ball?

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Steph  
Years ago

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Tom Ray  
Years ago

He played for the University of Iowa, in the U.S., where he may still hold a rebound record.

Ashlee, I'm your cousin Tom from the U.S. I was born Thomas Dennard, the son of your grandfather's oldest brother Jack (your grandfather was also named Jerry, so we called your dad "Kenny" when he was young). My father died before I was three, and I was given my stepfather's last name, but I am a Dennard nevertheless.

You might know that your grandfather was also a superb basketball player. He was my favorite uncle (only about 10 years older than I)and his bedroom was filled with high school trophies. He joined the U.S. Navy when he was 17 (which is why I also later served in the Navy)and played throughout his military career, too.

I haven't seen your dad since he was a youngster, but he will know who I am. Love to hear from you all.

Tom

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Junior Stockton  
Years ago

Ashlee, I'm your dad's cousin on your grandmother Ann's side. My mother Nancy and Ann were sisters and singing partners and actually quite talented at it. Jerry and I played together a lot as children (when he was called Kenny.) He was the good boy--I was the bad influence. I miss him very much and would like to hear from him. We are trying to find any way to contact him. He, Daniel McCall, and I are the oldest three males on his mother's side of the family. Give him my love.
-Cousin Junior

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Junior Stockton  
Years ago

I messed up...it is David, not Daniel.

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Tom Ray  
Years ago

Ashlee,

If you check back in here, try this link:

http://www.lostlettermen.com/basketball/Big+10/Iowa/p994

There are plenty of people in the U.S. who wonder where their college stars of years ago went.

Best,

Tom

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Ashlee  
Years ago

Hey everyone,
Wow i didn't know about you guys dad doesn't really talk about the past. I will def let him know about this, i just found out last night that he will be playing in the World Master Games in Sydney in October. I will ring him tonight and tell him that you all send your love, thankyou so much for this, it really means alot to him and to myself to hear from you all!
Hopefully one day i can come see you all and have a beer and a BBQ! of course Jerry will come too!
Cheers
Ashlee Dennard
If you have facebook look me up! Dad is on their too!

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Tom Ray  
Years ago

Hi Ashlee,

I finally got around to creating a Facebook page, and now I can't find yours. Did find your Dad's, though, and sent a friend request.

Best,

Tom

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Ashlee  
Years ago

For those wanting to know, Jerry Dennard is actually playing ball again....... hes currently in the Sydney Masters playing over 50's...... doing well so far winning their first game but loosing to the American team :P......
Look out for him...
Cheers,
Ashlee

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unknow  
Years ago

for all that want to know he works with me at the solar shop

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Josh  
Years ago

I remember when jerry was the starting big man for the tassie devils in the late 80's

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Srpigg  
Years ago

He also played at Merced CA. Jc. Saw him play there with Alvin Battle.Early 80s

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Srpigg  
Years ago

He also played at Merced CA. Jc. Saw him play there with Alvin Battle.Early 80s

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Anonymous  
Years ago

Hi Ashlee. I live in Hobart (same house) & was your daycarer for about a year or so when you were a baby. You shared same birthday as my younger son.
Your Dad was playing for Hobart Devils then.
I remember you & your parents with fondNess.

Ann.

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Anonymous  
Years ago

He's still kicking and if memory serves me right just turned 60? Still in SA I believe.

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Jon  
Years ago

I remember Jerry as a brilliant player for the Hobart Devils and a crowd favourite in the 80s. The Devils are set to return to the NBL next year - Maybe we can lure Jerry out of retirement?

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john  
Years ago

I've spoken to him recently...Top Bloke and very humble and still in SA

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