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Old 06-04-2010, 08:22 PM
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Default Coach John Wooden has just passed away at 99...

Simply the greatest coach of all time, in any sport, college or pro...

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Old 06-04-2010, 08:24 PM
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....and a class act all the way. He will be missed!!!
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Old 06-04-2010, 08:27 PM
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My condolences to his family.
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Old 06-04-2010, 08:27 PM
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i do remember watching him coach aeons ago.
a true gentleman.
my sympathy to family and friends,

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Old 06-04-2010, 08:59 PM
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Default This is a story I heard

In the 1990's; when many of the Beckett analysts were also autograph chasers; John Wooden came to Dallas and many of the guys picked up graphs which Wooden graciously signed.

One of the cards featured John and his beloved Nell. From what I was told; Mr. Wooden looked at the card; choked up a bit and said; you know that was the only woman I was ever with and will be the only woman I was ever with.

Rare to find such dedication to being faithful, especially from one who was so successful. Mr. Wooden led a great life, and may he truly RIP and may he and Nell be reunited quickly

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Condolences to his family and friends. one of the last few true living legends in coaching.
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Sad to hear, Wooden was one of the classiest guys in the business.
Not much more to say.

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A real man of class and a great human being. We are all diminished by his passing.
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