Bill Musselman, who spent a turbulent stay at the University of Minnesota in the 1970s and became the first coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves, died Friday at 59. A number of Musselman's former assistant coaches and players went on to coach in the NBA, including Sidney Lowe (Minnesota Timberwolves), Tyrone Corbin (Utah Jazz), Tom Thibodeau (Minnesota Timberwolves), Scott Brooks (Oklahoma City Thunder), Sam Mitchell (Toronto Raptors), and his son Eric Musselman (Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors). He had a stroke Oct. 28 and had been hospitalized off and on since. He lifts weights. He'll tell you he should be coaching in the NBA. William Clifford Musselman (August 13, 1940 - May 5, 2000) was an American basketball coach in the NCAA, the ABA, the WBA, the CBA, and the NBA. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. Olivier Nkamhoua scored 16 points to lead No. He`ll critique every critical move a coach makes. The following season, a South Alabama team made up mainly of Musselman recruits also advanced to the NCAA Tournament first round and lost to Illinois under then-head coach Bob Weltlich. Oops, we were unable to send the email. There is no photo or video of William Harry Musselman.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. "All my life all I wanted was to coach basketball and live in a warm climate. Those sentiments are echoed by Gerald Oliver, a longtime Musselman friend and now the director of player personnel for the Fort Wayne Fury. "I love it down here," Musselman says. Failed to remove flower. Always.". Paul Pioneer Press, Scott Takushi, File), Bill Musselman, Albany Patroons Basketball Coach, New York. "Who's this?" The grass is wet and muddy; Musselman doesn't care. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory can be madeto the charity of your choice. When he graduated in 1958, he was the school's second all-time leading scorer. In his two seasons in Minnesota, Musselman's 'Wolves were 51-113. He talks about all his other pals down here: he playstennis with Dick Vitale (crushes him, he says) and Otto Graham; he knows Dottie Mochrie, the Saratoga Springs native who was the LPGA's Player of theYear last season; Walter Payton just bought a house on the other side of town. That makes Musselman smile. Rookie Dale Blaney netted 20 points Sunday night as the Tampa Bay Thrillers clinched the Continental Basketball Association's Eastern Division crown with a 120-91 victory over the Pensacola Tornadoes. I know the teams better than theteams know them.". In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Curtis and Randy and nephew Dennis Musselman. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic, Memorial Chapel and Plowe Funeral Service. Tim Wilkin is a freelance sports writer who covers horse racing. Musselman would never make that sacrifice. His 1968-69 Ashland team allowed an NCAA-record-low 33.9 points per game, a byproduct of his relentless pursuit, at the time, of pitching shut-outs (allowing no points) while head coach. "I don`t know any Jesse 'The Body' Ventura," Musselman says, handing the phone back. The Cavs went 2-21 under Musselman, who finished the season as head coach, his second stint at the helm. MUSSELMAN, William BarryOf Ewing Township. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. A September 1, 1985, article in The New York Times described Musselman's Gophers as "an extremely physical basketball team." Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Musselman barks into the phone. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. stay at the University of Minnesota in the 1970s and became the Being in Florida makes him more at ease, I think.". Today. I t`s getting late in the afternoon and Musselman is in the car again, returning from lunch. There is quite a height disparity between Musselman and Vanover. George Hanson (April 12, 1935 - September 22, 2016) was an American basketball coach. It was originally published on Feb. 7, 1993.) Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Find an Obituary. January 8, 2023 Bill Musselman, who spent a turbulent stay at the University of Minnesota in the 1970s and became the first coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves, died Friday at 59. As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service: William (Bill) Arnold Musselman died on Saturday, January 7, 2023, surrounded by his lovingfamily. be sorely missed.. During one game, Musselman played his starters the entire 48 minutes, according to The New York Times. Over the next five seasons, Musselman's Ashland teams went 21-3, 24-6, 26-4, 23-4, and 25-3 (total: 109-20, with a .845 winning percentage). Tonight. 2000 The Associated Press. I think that he played this out on his own terms, the way he Following the 1970-71 season, Musselman left Ashland for the University of Minnesota. He was the 12th of 13 siblings (3 passed away at birth). Looking for Ron Musselman online? Bill lived in London, Smith Falls and Ottawa, Ontario beforemoving to Edmonton Alberta in 1981. He runs the beach. The Thrillers, who went 46-16 overall, lost the first game of the finals to the Rockford (Ill.) Lightning, before winning four consecutive games as Musselman won his third consecutive CBA championship. Musselman has nibbled but he won`t bite. Musselman had the highest winning percentage of any basketball William Clifford Musselman was born Aug. 13, 1940, in Wooster, Ohio. She was a loving and devoted wife to Bill, and mother to, Kim, Todd, Scott, Mark and Jeff. She gets out of thecar and tries to tell Musselman he can't get out, which is something one never does to Musselman. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Just 19 games into the season, sporting a 6-13 record, Musselman was fired. While coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Musselman, whom The New York Times once described as "hot tempered," was criticized for his "disciplinary tactics," according to the Times. Musselman had wanted to sit behind the Blazers' bench for the games in Minneapolis, but his doctors wouldn't let him leave the hospital. Musselman`s car finally rests at the condo of another buddy, "Mean" Gene Okerlund, the announcer for the World Wrestling Federation. He weaves his way around the beachfront condos, hardly noticing speed bumps or stop signs. One regret, he said, was not spending more time with his family. He was born in Battle Creek, MI on April 23, 1948, and raised in the Riversidearea of Windsor Ontario. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Lowe recalled times on the road with the CBA's Tampa Bay Thrillers and Albany Patroons when Musselman would sneak into an adjoining hotel room and scare players with ghostly noises. Failed to report flower. William R. "Bill" Musselman, 88, of Sebring, Florida passed away at his residence on Thursday, April 15, 2021. Sunny. left. the games in Minneapolis, but his doctors wouldn't let him leave He was a decent high school athlete whose basketball team fared well against a neighboring team led by Bobby Knight. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Musselman just laughs and laughs and laughs as he heads back home. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Undated Times Union file photo -- From left, Bill Musselman, Herb Brown and Phil Jackson in Albany, NY. A huge stereo system with speakers all through the house. Not all of Musselman's players enjoyed him. Comments Off on Obituary: William A. Musselman In two seasons, he led the Jaguars to the 1997 NCAA tournament after turning the program around from a 9-18 record. Bill Musselman won't say if he'll move to Rapid City. champion teams, said he liked the coach. He continued to kick and pound his fists on the closed locker room door, raging for another 10 minutes. Sign the Guest Book. Bill lived in London, Smith Falls and Ottawa, Ontario before. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. He motivated me. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Bill passed September 18th at 92. He died Nov. 11, 2021. What does he really feel about not being in the NBA? Julie Ebner, Musselman's girlfriend the last two years, tries to convince him there's a problem. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Sen. Doug Mastriano eyes bill to defend Gettysburg's monuments. William (Bill) Arnold Musselman died on Saturday, January 7, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. "I think Bill misses coaching every day and every night," Oliver said. Try again later. Lukewarm. High 71F. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. The Maroons lost just twice over the past two seasons combined. I saw a couple of players, their eyes rolling around, and I walked away thinking, 'Come on, they're 30-3 and you're still challenging them.' "Financially, I`m not struggling," he says. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory can be made to the charity of your choice. Our practices were so consistent. He died on May 5, 2000, at 2:45a.m., at the age of 59, at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He was born in Battle Creek, MI on April 23, 1948, and raised in the Riverside. "He must not have worn a football helmet when he played. Blasts the horn. An ad blocker has likely prevented this video . Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? This marked the first time in his professional coaching career that he served as an assistant. Albany's roster featured Tony Campbell, Michael Brooks, Sidney Lowe, Michael Ray Richardson, Scott Roth, Reid Gettys, Tod Murphy, Eric Fernsten, Derrick Rowland, Scott Brooks, and Lowes Moore. Would you like to offer William Harry Musselmans loved ones a condolence message? "Maybe I'll buy them.". He pulls up to one owned by Carlton Fisk, the catcher for the Chicago White Sox. Of course, he has the NBA on TV, but it`s like seeing an oldgirlfriend: Musselman admits it`s hard to watch his old friend when he knowshe should be part of it. "He had a very humorous side to him that I think a lot of people didn't see," Lowe said. He visits Richie Jordan, another Sarasota pal. At least 10 dead after winter storm slams South, Midwest, The Saturday Six: Dental device controversy, scientist's bug find and more, Indonesia fuel depot fire kills 18; more than a dozen missing, 3 children killed, 2 others wounded at Texas home, Man charged for alleged involvement in 2 transformer explosions, Biden had cancerous skin lesion removed last month, doctor says, Duo of 81-year-old women plan to see the world in 80 days, Tom Sizemore, actor known for "Saving Private Ryan" and "Heat," dies at 61, Alex Murdaugh trial: What to know about the double murder case. Big Ten title that year despite the suspension of two players for January 7, 2023 And this (a day in the low 70s with no clouds) isn't even a nice day.". All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Eric Musselman is an assistant coach with the Would you like to offer William Arnold Musselmans loved ones a condolence message? There, over the next three seasons, Musselman would build one of the winningest franchises in sports history. There, he'll drink fruit juice and get the run of the satellite dish in search of NBA games. said. As he recalled it, he told his players: ''You guys haven't beaten anybody. She was the loving wife of the late William R. Musselman, Sr. who . "I`ll tell you what, though," Musselman says, "The best movie I`ve seen lately was with (Al) Pacino. NBA Coach Musselman Dies. He drove the same way to get to practice, the same way to get to the airport. Tampa Bay repeated as CBA champions the following season going 46-19 and defeating the LaCrosse (Wisc.) He held 14 head coaching jobs over 35 yers and had been an assistant with the Portland Trail Blazers since 1997. The youngest of eight children, Jerry always worked any odd jobs as a youngster as his desire to help his . "Tell him it's Bill Musselman," Okerlund whispers. He walks out the front door, takes a hard right, and gazes out at the Gulf of Mexico. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. He is a win-at-all- costs guy. "Wait til you meet Mean Gene," he says. He also coached the Cleveland Cavaliers for two seasons and had a record of 233-84 as a college coach at Ashland, Minnesota and South Alabama. WILLIAM MUSSELMAN OBITUARY. In an ESPN.com article,[9] Rosen describes a scene after a game between Rosen's CBA team and Musselman's Tampa Bay club: "We were involved in a tight game at Tampa Bay.

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