Chuck Brayton

Baseball coach and player at Washington State

Chuck Brayton - Athletes & Sports Figures born 1925
Born

1925
100 years ago

Died
Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent baseball player and coach, contributed significantly to collegiate baseball. Played for the Washington State Cougars during the 1950s and achieved All-American honors. Transitioned to coaching, serving as head coach for Washington State for over two decades, where led the team to multiple NCAA tournament appearances and a conference championship.

Coached Washington State to NCAA tournaments

Achieved All-American honors as a player

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