Will Robinson (basketball), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Will Robinson (basketball)

American basketball coach

Date of Birth: 03-Jun-1911

Place of Birth: Wadesboro, North Carolina, United States

Date of Death: 28-Apr-2008

Profession: basketball coach

Zodiac Sign: Gemini


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About Will Robinson (basketball)

  • William J.
  • Robinson (June 3, 1911 – April 28, 2008) was an American college basketball coach and scout.
  • Robinson became the first African-American head coach in NCAA Division I history when he accepted the position at Illinois State University in 1970.
  • He scouted for the Detroit Pistons for 28 years, and worked 22 years for the Detroit Lions as a part-time scout.
  • Robinson, who is a member of seven athletic halls of fame, was also the first black high school coach in Michigan, winning two state championships in basketball.

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