Joe B. Hall
Basketball coach of Kentucky Wildcats
Born
November 30th, 1928
96 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A basketball coach associated with the University of Kentucky, led the Wildcats to a national championship in 1978. Served as an assistant coach before becoming head coach in 1972. Expanded the team's success, achieving multiple Southeastern Conference titles. After retiring from coaching, contributed to the program as a special assistant and remained involved in the university's basketball community.
Coached the Kentucky Wildcats to an NCAA championship in 1978
Won multiple Southeastern Conference titles
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