Quick Info
| Profession | College basketball coach |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 31/10/1935 |
| Age | 90 years (died on 23, Oct, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Minot, North Dakota, U.S. |
| Date of Death | 23/10/2026 |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Latest News about Dale Brown
21/10/2026
Dale Brown was selected as the 2027 recipient of the Los Angeles Athletic Club's John R. Wooden Legends of Coaching Award, with Shaquille O'Neal delivering a video tribute. The honor recognized his career and impact on college basketball, and it came only days before his death at age 90.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Dale Duward Brown was an American college basketball coach who led the LSU Tigers men's basketball program for 25 seasons, from 1972 to 1997. He was known for his vocal criticism of the NCAA. |
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| Notable Achievements |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Minot State Teacher's College | Attended as a student-athlete; earned 12 varsity letters in football, basketball and track |
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Personal Life
| Health | Suffered a stroke in April 2003 and returned to work less than a month later |
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Relationships & More
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Family
| Mother | Agnes |
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| Siblings | Two older sisters |
Career
| College Head Coach | LSU Tigers men's basketball, 1972 to 1997 |
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| Conference Titles | Four Southeastern Conference regular-season championships |
| NCAA Tournament Appearances | 13 |
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| Playing Career | Minot State, 1953 to 1957 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Graduated from St. Leo's High School in Minot in 1953, where he starred in football, basketball and track | |
| 2. Set a state record for highest basketball scoring average during his senior year | |
| 3. Was a vocal critic of the NCAA | |
| 4. Was set to turn 91 on Halloween of 2026 | |
| 5. Would have turned 91 on 31/10/2026, about a week after his death |
