Born May 15, 1933 and deceased in 1990. Three-sport at Geraldine High School. Scored over 2,500 points in basketball making All County three years, All District two years, and All State his senior year. Played in the North/South All-Star game and was elected MVP. Played three sports his freshman year at the University of Georgia making first team in basketball and baseball, and second team in football. Drafted into service for two years then returned to Georgia serving as basketball team Co-Captain two years and Captain his senior year. Voted best defensive player in SEC his junior year. Was known for his ball-hawking and passing skills. Scored 1,015 points (fourth on the all-time list at University of Georgia at the time) and was awarded the school’s MVP award. Coached five years in the DeKalb County, GA school system.
