Charles "Tarzan" Cooper (August 30, 1907 in Newark, Delaware - December 19, 1980 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) was a pro basketball player. He is mostly known for his time with the New York Renaissance (1929-41).
After playing at Philadelphia Central high school , Cooper turned pro in 1925. After playing for the Philadelphia Panthers and Philadelphia Giants , two Independent League teams, until 1929, he joined the famous NY Rens. The 6-4 Cooper has been called the greatest center that ever played by Hall of Famer Joe Lapchick.
