Early Years
Veenker graduated from high school in Sioux Falls, South Dakota in 1912. He enrolled at St. Lawrence University but dropped out after one semester. The following year, he enrolled at Hope College in Holland, Michigan. While studying at Hope College, Veenker was a multi-sport athlete winning varsity letters in football, basketball, baseball, and track. He was also captain of the 1913 Hope College football team. He received his degree in 1916 after three years at Hope.
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