Billy Donovan

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Billy Donovan coached the University of Florida men's basketball team to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I championship in 2006, one of only three men to appear in the Final Four as a player and win a title as a coach. Donovan, well known for his strong work ethic, his unusual skill as a recruiter, and his boyish enthusiasm for the game, is responsible for turning the Florida team into one of the most successful in the U.S.

Author: Malinowsky, Nicholas W.
Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2007
Donovan, Billy

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Lucas, John

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John Lucas became the head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers basketball club after recovering from a narcotic addiction that nearly ended his professional playing career. He also works to help other former substance abusers in recovery. His life and career are profiled.

Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1995
Officials and employees, Lucas, John (American basketball coach), Philadelphia Seventy-Sixers

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Jackson, Phil

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Philip Douglas Jackson started his NBA career as a player for the New York Knicks. He is now the head coach of the Chicago Bulls team and is responsible for the team's evolution from mediocre to NBA champions.

Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1992
Jackson, Phil

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Subjects list: Biography, Basketball coaches
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