[7] Although the Wolves lost the game 106-96, it resulted in Breuer scoring a career high 40 points.[8]. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google 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). In the book Obsession, by Bill Heller, Musselman said, "I found the players [in Virginia] were talking more about the [team's] financial troubles than basketball. You can always change this later in your Account settings. The Squires went 15-68 on the season and disbanded on May 10, 1976. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Once, he was asked the most irrational thing he had ever done. Born March 9, 1928 in Abington, William was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean War. He`ll critique every critical move a coach makes. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. According to former CBA coach Charley Rosen, Musselman possessed an "admirable sense of fairness." All of them are pro-Musselman (of course), and some suggest he should be coaching in the NBA again. His oldest son Eric, formerly head coach of the Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings, is currently the head coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks mens basketball team. Undated Times Union file photo -- From left, Bill Musselman, Herb Brown and Phil Jackson in Albany, NY. Controversial, Fiery Musselman Dead at 59. During his stint as coach of the ABA's Virginia Squires, Musselman "antagonized so-called problem playersand docile ones," according to a January 3, 1981, article in The New York Times. The young Musselman played basketball, football, and baseball at Wooster High School in Wooster, Ohio. Finally, he gives the gas another spurt and the car is back on course. Musselman suffered a stroke on October 30, 1999, following Portland's preseason game against the Phoenix Suns. (Some sprays Ebner.). She was a loving and devoted wife to Bill, and mother to, Kim, Todd, Scott, Mark and Jeff. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Musselman said last month he had bone marrow cancer. He has always been a man who just can`t sit still. area of Windsor Ontario. According to the book Obsession, by Bill Heller, Musselman signed a three-year contract worth more than $135,000, considerably more than the $23,000 salary he had received at the University of Minnesota. ", In Charley Walters' December 23, 2012, column in the St. Paul Pioneer Press, Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks is quoted as saying, "One of the things I've taken from [Bill Musselman] is doing it every day, being consistent and never changing -- always stick with what you do. U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007, Web: Obituary Daily Times Index, 1995-2016, U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. INWOOD Spring sports practices began Monday in West Virginia. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed Failed to report flower. Bill lived in London, Smith Falls and Ottawa, Ontario beforemoving to Edmonton Alberta in 1981. March 08, 1987 (Joe Walles/Times Union Archive), Olympic ticket sales for Paris Games get off to rocky start, Albany repeats as Section II Class AA girls' basketball champion, Former Patroons beat Albany in season opener, Championship legacy continues as Averill Park defeats CCHS, Greenwich casts defensive spell on Duanesburg, Five things to know about Section II basketball title weekend, Union to play host to Princeton in ECAC's first round of playoffs, RPI hockey gets set for home playoff game against Yale, Siena men's basketball needs win badly at Saint Peter's, Snow piles up in Capital Region; 49,000 customers without power, That's one big snake. "I would hope there aren't hard feelings," Timberwolves owner Bob Stein has said. "Terp" Musselman. This account has been disabled. Art prints on the wall. As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service: William (Bill) Arnold Musselman died on Saturday, January 7, 2023, surrounded by his lovingfamily. Sign the Guest Book. He drove the same way to get to practice, the same way to get to the airport. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. In his two seasons in Minnesota, Musselman's 'Wolves were 51-113. High 71F. "Maybe I'll buy them.". (85 years old). His father, Clifford Musselman, was an auto mechanic and band promoter. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Black halogen floor lamps. display: block; 3 brothers, Richard (Marguerite) Musselman of Hopkins, MI, William (Joanne) Musselman of Kalamazoo, and John (Mary Lyn) Musselman . Today, Musselman, who led the Albany Patroons to the CBA championship in 1988, is still waiting by the phone for the NBA to call again. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Arnold Musselman to pay them a last tribute. January 25, 1972, is a day Minnesota sports fans of a certain age will remember. Minnesota began the season ranked fourth in the nation and ranked as high as No. "I don`t know any Jesse 'The Body' Ventura," Musselman says, handing the phone back. 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. "Mean Gene!" 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. #inline-recirc-item--id-b5cfc642-8c88-11e2-b06b-024c619f5c3d, #right-rail-recirc-item--id-b5cfc642-8c88-11e2-b06b-024c619f5c3d { or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. After Musselman left to coach in the ABA, the NCAA placed the Gophers on probation after discovering more than 100 rule violations.[5]. Musselman barks into the phone. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. He tells you he thinks he belongs. The state treasurer's office (not the Kansas State Department of Education) would administer the program, but . Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. HOLLIDAYSBURG AREA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SECOND MARKING PERIOD 12TH GRADE Colin D. Agnew, Madison E. Alexy, Eric M. Arbogast, Jack C. Bailey, Calyn G. Bainey . Wooster, Wayne County, Ohio, USA. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory can be made to the charity of your choice. View William H. "Bill" Musselman's obituary, send flowers and find service dates or sign the guestbook. Bill Musselman. William Clifford Musselman was born Aug. 13, 1940, in Wooster, Ohio. "If they got rid of that goof Stein, maybe things would be all right," Oliver said of the Minnesota owner, who used to be a football player. This marked the first time in his professional coaching career that he served as an assistant. He was born in Battle Creek, MI on April 23, 1948, and raised in the Riverside. Calling hours . He'll chart plays, offer his opinion on who can play and who can't. Eric is an assistant coach for the Orlando Magic of the N.B.A. 3 in the country in March 1973. The Gulf Gate Mall gets a lot of Musselman`s business; he and Julie have seen darn near every movie. Musselman's 1997 South Alabama team went 23-7 and nearly upset eventual champion Arizona in the opening round of the NCAA tournament. Lowe recalled times on the road with the CBA's Tampa Bay He was predeceased by : his wife Norma Jean Jackson Musselman; and his parents, Harry Musselman and Kathleen Musselman. The Associated Press contributed to this report. 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. people didn't see, Lowe said. He also coached professionals in the American Basketball Association, the Western Basketball Association and the C.B.A. He had a very humorous side to him that I think a lot of There are no volunteers for this cemetery. He weaves his way around . "I know more than the people in the league know. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. He was the 12th of 13 siblings (3 passed away at . Musselman had been a head coach in four pro leagues the NBA, He'll have none of that. This browser does not support getting your location. He is a win-at-all- costs guy. William "Bill" G. Musselman, born September 13, 1927, in Tangier, OK, to parents Bertrum "Bert" and Mary Alice "Mae" Musselman. Down another street and he`s passing more stylish condos. "I`ve seen everything, I love movies," Musselman says. A team in France reportedly offered Musselman $400,000 plus an apartment and car to coach. Obituaries. The answer came quickly. Wikipedia. On July 22, 1993, Musselman returned to the CBA for the 1993-94 season, this time in an attempt to revive the Rochester Renegade, a struggling franchise that had gone 6-50 the previous season. Okerlund answers and hands the receiver to Musselman. Musselman took two years away from coaching to work in real estate before returning in 1978-79 to coach the Reno Bighorns of the Western Basketball Association. He was known for his trademark intensity, once being quoted as saying, "Defeat is worse than death because you have to live with defeat." She gets out of thecar and tries to tell Musselman he can't get out, which is something one never does to Musselman. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Failed to remove flower. ", During Musselman's illness, Whitsitt said, he "never uttered a word of self-pity, never said 'why me' or 'it's not fair.' He received a bachelor's degree from Wittenberg and a master's in education from Kent State. Bill enjoyed a career in radio broadcasting and later in business development for anumber of companies in Canada and the US. Who have you beaten? This Week - 40 Total. "Minnesota Five's Loss Becomes N.I.T. He was the beloved husband for 62 years of S. Jane (Bittner) Musselman. Search by Name. He is survived by his wife and children, brother John (Brenda Taylor) Musselman andsister Lee (Alan) Curtis of Windsor, Ontario as well as beloved nieces and nephewsCarrie, Sean, Reilly, Scott, Dayna, Darren, Angela and Jesse. "I can take it (not being in the NBA) because I'm here," Musselman says, heading for more friends' houses. left. This is the part of the day he doesn`t particularlyrelish. 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. seasons. Musselman doesn`t have to worry about money right now. Blazers president Bob Whitsitt said Musselman was "always focused, whether it was basketball, his children, his wife, or a fan who interrupted his dinner for an autograph. Bill Musselman cut an impressive figure on the sidelines of the old Centennial . "I did all this myself," Musselman says, "I know about art and things like that.". There is a problem with your email/password. The following season (197273), Musselman guided the Gophers to a 21-5 mark. Sunny. He had a From Staff and Wire Reports. Ben Roberts is the University of Kentucky men's basketball beat writer for the Lexington Herald-Leader. She later married William "Bill" Musselman on May 17, 1958. Musselman has three children: two sons and a daughter. Eileen Marie (Smith) Martin, age 88, of Johnston, IA formerly of Sac City, IA, died June 22, 2013, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston, IA. moving to Edmonton Alberta in 1981. His videotape collection is filled with NBA games. He will 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. His N.B.A. NORTH MANCHESTER, IN - William "Bill" H. Musselman, 86, passed away at 5 a.m. Saturday, February 22, 2014 at Peabody Retirement Center in North Manchester. In Musselman's first season of coaching, the KSUHS Statesmen finished 14-5 and earned a share of the conference title.[2]. During one game, Musselman played his starters the entire 48 minutes, according to The New York Times. Not all of Musselman's players enjoyed him. Try again. It was difficult for them to concentrate on basketball.". and South Alabama. A system error has occurred. Of Musselman, Saunders said, "In anything he did, he had great passion. It was originally published on Feb. 7, 1993.). Always.". "I'm not rich but I'm comfortable.". Thanks for your help! stroke Oct. 28 and had been hospitalized off and on since. He was predeceased by : his brother Robert Musselman. Make sure that the file is a photo. He retired from the Times Union in December 2020 after 35 years. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Police blotter: Butte bar brawl; window cracked; juveniles upset movie-goer, Couples dream becomes a reality with new restaurant, Police blotter: Man with a gun over there; don't come knocking; arrest on Big M, Butte man charged with aggravated animal cruelty, Man accused in Butte shooting beats tampering charge; attempted homicide case still pending, Gigantic elk would become a symbol of Buttes ingenuity, Uptown Butte's Pekin Noodle Parlor earns prestigious culinary award, 'Buffalo take care of us': First Blackfeet buffalo hunt open to all was a success, Thinking big: 'Master Plan' lays out new visions for Butte's parks, Updated: Butte man sentenced to 15 years in prison for 2019 rape, Town Pump building new convenience store in Whitehall, Butte Central chasing history, eyeing back-to-back state titles, B-SB commissioner: A 'bureaucracy' created just to spend $225,0000, City of Livingston releases more details on the death of Jalen Williams, Tana Nulph: Montana is big enough for ranching AND grizzlies, Mason Christian's two state titles for Butte High are no accident, 103 points for history: Montana Tech men win second straight Frontier Tournament championship, Stayin' alive: Historic day for Brityn Stewart lifts Butte girls; Bulldogs' boys cruise, Western C finals: Manhattan Christian, Twin Bridges claim divisonal titles, Serena Williams says her daughter doesn't like playing tennis, FIFA called "tone deaf" for appointing supermodel as ambassador, Lawsuit alleges NFL database contains lewd photos of fans and cheerleaders, Montana Tech men win Frontier Tournament Championship. SARASOTA, Fla. Bill Musselman navigates his black 1988 BMW 325i through the turns of the Sarasota Surf & Racquet Club. An elderly gentleman walking along the road gives a wave to the familiar vehicle as it roars by. His career record in the pros KNOXVILLE, Tenn. Olivier Nkamhoua scored 16 points to lead No. 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. "There is absolutely no doubt that the one thing in the world he should be doing is coaching.". He became coach of the Timberwolves in 1989 and coached them two seasons. His old coach at Ohio State, Fred Taylor, hated then-Gophers coach Bill Musselman. In 1964, after one season of coaching high school basketball, Musselman was hired to assist with the football and basketball teams at Ashland University in Ashland, Ohio. The 1972 team was tarnished by a brawl against The Ohio State Buckeyes, where several Minnesota players assaulted the Ohio State players at the end of the game. He visits Richie Jordan, another Sarasota pal. 40 years ago, Eric Musselman's father coached the Reno Bighorns; today, the Wolf Pack is playing in a way that would make Eric's father proud. Born in Easton, PA, he had resided in Ewing Township for 35 years.William retired from the New Jer . William Arnold Musselman Obituary. He moves the BMW as though on asphalt. William "Bill" G. Musselman, born September 13, 1927, in Tangier, OK, to parents Bertrum "Bert" and Mary Alice "Mae" Musselman. Musselman is survived by his wife, Julie; and three children, Eric, Nicole and Max. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Our practices were so consistent. While at the University of Minnesota, Musselman posted a slogan Orlando Magic. A Mayo Clinic spokesman said the cause of death was heart and kidney failure related to liver disease. Funeral arrangement under the care ofLotz Funeral Home. Musselman, his jaw clenched, his eyes wild, keeps pumping the gas, his back wheels spitting out grass and mud. Portland eliminated the Timberwolves in the first round of the Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. At 25, Musselman became the head coach at Ashland University in Ohio, where his team set a National Collegiate Athletic Association record by allowing an average of only 33.9 points a game over a season. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Musselman claimed "the only time I yell is before a game and at halftime," explaining that his passion helps players give "maximum effort every second. "He`s not home," Musselman grouses, and he's off again. Musselman's foray into minor league basketball began in 1983 when he was hired to coach the Sarasota (Fla.) Stingers of the Continental Basketball Association (CBA). 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. Then Musselman is asked for perhaps the 100th time to be honest. Death: U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014; U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-Current. One of my best friends.". When he graduated in 1958, he was the school's second all-time leading scorer. With only a few months before the start of the 1965-66 season, Musselman was promoted to head coach. This is a carousel with slides. He marvels over "A Few Good Men." William Clifford Musselman was born Aug. 13, 1940, in Wooster, Ohio. Try again later. The two met in Minnesota. Musselman had the highest winning percentage of any basketball I thought you might like to see a memorial for William Clifford Bill Musselman I found on Findagrave.com. I wouldn't be in my position today if he hadn't taken me on as a CBA player. (AP Photo/St. With the NBA out of his life now, Musselman, 52, needs something to occupy his time. This is beautiful downhere. He was predeceased by his parents and elder brother Robert Musselman. He died on May 5, 2000, at 2:45a.m., at the age of 59, at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. [4] Musselman maintained that he had nothing to do with the incident. (Weaver) Musselman, age 86, of Hanover, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2023 at Homewood at Plum Creek in Hanover. Still, critics claimed he had stirred his players into a frenzy before the game that night and encouraged overly aggressive play. Year should not be greater than current year. display: none; He goes out to dinner almost every night. 2000 The Associated Press. To keephimself from thinking about the NBA, Musselman re-channels his energy. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? When told no, Musselman nearly slams on the brakes. Son of Oscar Zimmerman and Eva Carson Baptized 8 Mar 1921 in the Trinity United Methodist Church, Bellefonte, Centre, PA Married to Henrietta E. Showers Age: 91 Buried: Private Funeral home: Musselman He is survived by : his wife Brenda Rudiger; his children, Andrew Musselman (Meredith Mulder), Eden Musselman (Anna MacLeod), Dakota and Jasper; his siblings, John Musselman (Brenda Taylor) and Lee Curtis (Alan) of Windsor; and his nieces and nephews, Carrie, Sean, Reilly, Scott, Dayna, Darren, Angela and Jesse.
Obituaries Tallahassee, Fl, Elena Ceausescu Smell, Articles B