Bill Russell

Hall of Fame basketball center Bill Russell was born in Monroe, Louisiana, in 1934. Russell led the University of San Francisco to consecutive NCAA titles before starting his pro career with the Boston Celtics in 1956. Over the course of his 13-year career, Russell steered the club to 11 titles. He retired in 1969 and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame six years later.

Accomplishments

1934: born1946: mom died1955-1956: led USF NCAA championship 1956-1966: played for the Celtics1966: named one of the 50 greatest nba players

Won a gold medal at the summer olympics During Bill Russell's 13-year NBA playing career, his Boston Celtics won 11 championshipsRussell was also an outspoken advocate for civil rights.Russell is the namesake of the Most Valuable Player Award for the NBA's annual championship series

Lasting Impact

Bill Russell, Civil Rights Hero and Inventor of Airborne BasketballGiven that, few players have had an impact on the game like Bill Russell, from his first NCAA championship at the University of San Francisco in 1955 to his final ring with the Boston Celtics in 1969.He not only redefined basketball, but, as the civil rights movement gained momentum in tandem with his career, the role of the black athlete.

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Bill Russell

Biography

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Bill's Early Lessons And Childhood