John Altobelli

College baseball coach at Orange Coast College

John Altobelli - Athletes & Sports Figures born 1963
Born

1963
63 years ago

Died
Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Coached the baseball team at Orange Coast College for over 27 years. Led the team to four state championships during his tenure. Developed numerous players who advanced to professional baseball, contributing significantly to the sport at the collegiate level.

Coached Orange Coast College to 4 state championships

Produced numerous Major League Baseball players

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