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Legendary Texas high school basketball coach Robert Hughes dies at 96

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Basketball Hall of Fame legend and Texas' winningest high school basketball coach, Robert Hughes has died.

Basketball Hall of Fame legend and Texas' winningest high school basketball coach, Robert Hughes has died.

Coach Hughes' unparalleled achievements, including a career record of 1,333-264, earned him a place in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, National High School Hall of Fame, and Texas Sports Hall of Fame. His influence extended far beyond basketball, instilling values of respect, hard work, and discipline in generations of young men."

Boston Celtics co-owner James Cash spoke with NBC 5 and reflected on his time being coached by Robert Hughes in Fort Worth.

 

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