About Russell Beichly
Lived 1902 – 1996 (aged 93). Russell Beichly was an American basketball player and basketball coach.
Russell J. Beichly (October 27, 1902 – April 20, 1996) was the Akron Zips men's basketball head coach from 1941 to 1959. In 19 seasons, he guided the team to a 288–144 record. Beichly was named Columbus Dispatch Ohio College Basketball Coach of the Year in 1959, following a 21–2 season.
A Wittenberg University graduate, Beichly coached Akron West High School to five straight OHSAA state tournament appearances (1931–1935), including a state championship in 1932.
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Who was Russell Beichly?
American basketball player-coach (1902-1996)
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Russell Beichly was born on 27 October 1902.
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Russell Beichly died on 20 April 1996.
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Russell Beichly was a basketball player and basketball coach.
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Russell Beichly was American.
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