Dave Strack

Basketball player and coach

Dave Strack - Basketball player and coach
Born

March 2nd, 1923
102 years ago

Died

January 25th, 2014
11 years ago — 90 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college basketball at the University of Michigan, where contributed significantly to the team's performance. Transitioned into coaching, serving as head coach at the University of Michigan from 1961 to 1968. Under coaching tenure, led the team to several successful seasons, including a Big Ten Conference title. Later became an influential figure in basketball coaching at various levels.

Played for the University of Michigan basketball team

Served as head coach for the University of Michigan

Led Michigan to Big Ten Conference championship

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