Bruce Weber
Basketball coach, NCAA Championship winner
Born
October 19th, 1956
68 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Coaching career began at the University of Southern Indiana. Achieved significant success while coaching at Illinois, leading the team to the 2005 NCAA Championship game. Later served as head coach at Kansas State University, guiding the program to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances. Developed strategies that emphasized player development and teamwork, contributing to competitive collegiate basketball.
Led Illinois to the 2005 NCAA Championship game
Served as head coach at Kansas State University
Won several conference titles during coaching career
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