| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 1, 1918 Avon, Indiana |
| Died | January 23, 2002 (aged 83) Vincennes, Indiana |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Listed weight | 180 lb (82 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Avon (Avon, Indiana) |
| College | Indiana (1938–1941) |
| Position | Forward |
| Career history | |
| As player: | |
| 1946 | Indianapolis Kautskys |
| As coach: | |
| 1946–1957 | Lincoln HS |
| Career highlights and awards | |
Chester Eugene Francis (May 1, 1918 – January 23, 2002) was an American professional basketball player.[1][2] He played in the National Basketball League for the Indianapolis Kautskys in three games during the 1945–46 season and averaged 0.7 points per game.[1][3] He coached high school basketball and ran his own insurance company after his playing career.[2]