Death of Don Haskins

March 14, 1930 - September 7, 2008
El Paso, Texas | Age 78

Hall of Fame coach credited with helping break color barriers in college sports in 1966 dies at 78
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EL PASO, Texas -- The glow from Don Haskins' greatest triumph was mostly a memory when Disney decided to take another look.

Then came the movie "Glory Road" and a whole new generation learned what Bob Knight already knew about his old friend's career--and legacy.

"Don got more out of his teams and players than any coach who has ever coached college basketball," Knight said.

Haskins, the Hall of Fame coach credited with helping break color barriers in college sports...

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