Nic Jorge
Filipino basketball coach
About Nic Jorge
Lived 1942 – 2020 (aged 77).
Nicanor Fortich Jorge Jr. (November 27, 1941 – June 13, 2020) was a Filipino basketball coach who has led the Philippines and Singapore men's national teams. He is also the founder of the Best Center, a sports training institution which has produced several national team and professional players.
Early life and education Nicanor Fortich Jorge Jr. was born on November 27, 1941, in Manila. He studied at the University of the Philippines Diliman where he took a BSE degree in physical education. He also played for the UP Fighting Maroons, with his performance helping him secure a tenure as coach of the collegiate team.
Coaching career Jorge started his coaching career in the 1960s when he became head coach of the UP basketball team at age 21. In 1994, Jorge led the Maroons to a third-place finish. and the 1978 Asian Games. Jorge also led the Singapore national team at the 1983 Southeast Asian Games.
Personal life Jorge was married to Marilyn with whom he had three children.
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Who was Nic Jorge?
Filipino basketball coach
When was Nic Jorge born?
Nic Jorge was born on 27 November 1942 in Manila.
When did Nic Jorge die?
Nic Jorge died on 13 June 2020 in Iloilo City.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nic Jorge. https://biography.guide/nic-jorge/
MLA: "Nic Jorge." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/nic-jorge/.
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