Morgan Wootten is a legendary basketball coach who had a long and successful career. He was born in 1931 in Maryland and attended the University of Maryland, where he played basketball and graduated with a degree in education. After college, he began his coaching career at DeMatha Catholic High School in Hyattsville, Maryland.

At DeMatha, Wootten quickly established himself as one of the best high school coaches in the country. He won 33 conference championships, five national championships, and was named National High School Coach of the Year five times. He also coached the USA Basketball team to a gold medal at the 1987 Pan American Games.

Wootten was known for his innovative coaching style, which focused on teaching fundamentals and instilling discipline in his players. He was also known for his strong work ethic and commitment to his players. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2000 and the National High School Hall of Fame in 2002.

Wootten retired from coaching in 2002, but he continued to be involved in the game. He served as a consultant to the NBA and was a frequent speaker at basketball clinics and camps. He also wrote several books about basketball and coaching.

Wootten's legacy lives on in the many players and coaches he has influenced over the years. He is remembered as one of the greatest coaches in basketball history and his impact on the game will never be forgotten.

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