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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | January 1, 1948 | ||
| Place of birth | St. Louis Missouri, United States | ||
| Position(s) | Goalkeeper | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1969–1977 | St. Louis Stars | 28 | (0) |
| 1978–1979 | California Surf | 40 | (0) |
| 1979–1980 | California Surf (indoor) | 4 | (0) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Dave Jokerst is a retired American soccer goalkeeper who played in the North American Soccer League.
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