Phil Hubbard

Basketball player and coach

Phil Hubbard - Basketball player and coach
Born

December 13th, 1956
68 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college basketball at the University of Michigan from 1975 to 1979, where contributed to the team reaching the NCAA tournament. Entered the professional league and played for the Detroit Pistons during the 1980s. Transitioned to coaching, serving as an assistant coach at various institutions, including his alma mater, and later became the head coach at Centenary College. Demonstrated success in player development and organizational leadership throughout coaching career.

Played for the Detroit Pistons

Coached at Centenary College

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