Wilcox played senior hockey in Montreal with the Montreal St Annes and Montreal Victorias from 1924 to 1926. He then turned pro with the Stratford Nationals in 1926-27 but was released in mid-season. The Providence Reds then signed him and Wilcox stayed with them for another two seasons. In his NHL career, Wilcox played in 207 games and scored 8 goals and 14 assists.