What accomplishments did John Wooden achieved?

"Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming." John Wooden coined his own definition of success. By the standards of the Basketball Hall of Fame, his own success was unprecedented. read more

Though John Wooden’s career as a coach ended in 1975, his teachings live on. Although it’s possible the claim of his knowing the whereabouts of 172 of the 180 men who played for him is a bit of an exaggeration, certainly a great many of his former players have stayed in touch over the years. read more

John Wooden coined his own definition of success. By the standards of the Basketball Hall of Fame, his own success was unprecedented. He was the first person in history to be enshrined there twice, once as a player for Purdue University, and again for his performance as coach of the Bruins of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). read more

The John R. Wooden Award (John R. Wooden Award Presented by Wendy’s) is an award given annually to the most outstanding men's and women's college basketball players. The program consists of the men's and women's Player of the Year awards, the Legends of Coaching award and recognizes the All–America Teams. read more