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Charles Wolf

1926 – 2022

American basketball coach

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About Charles Wolf

Lived 1926 – 2022 (aged 96). Charles Wolf was an American basketball coach and baseball player.

Charles Anthony Wolf (May 7, 1926 – November 26, 2022) was an American professional basketball coach. He coached two National Basketball Association (NBA) teams: the Cincinnati Royals from 1960 through 1963 and the Detroit Pistons from 1963 through 1964.

While living in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, Wolf graduated from St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati in 1944 and from Xavier University. He coached basketball at Villa Madonna College (now Thomas More University) before becoming an NBA coach.

Wolf died on November 26, 2022, at the age of 96. He had six sons, including Steve Wolf, a college basketball analyst for CBS Sports Network. His grandson J. J. Wolf is a professional tennis player.

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Important facts

Born
7 May 1926, Covington
Birth century
20th century
Died
26 November 2022
Occupation
Basketball coach, baseball player
Nationality
United States
Education
Newport Central Catholic High School, St. Xavier High School, University of Notre Dame, Xavier University
Also known as
Charles A. Wolf, Charles Anthony Wolf, Charlie Wolf, Charley Wolf

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Charles Wolf?

American basketball coach (1926–2022)

When was Charles Wolf born?

Charles Wolf was born on 7 May 1926 in Covington.

When did Charles Wolf die?

Charles Wolf died on 26 November 2022.

What was Charles Wolf's occupation?

Charles Wolf was a basketball coach and baseball player.

What nationality was Charles Wolf?

Charles Wolf was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Charles Wolf

· Wikidata: Q3666622

· DBpedia: Charles Wolf (basketball)

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