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Remembering John Wooden

John Wooden the former coach at UCLA is pictured after the boys game at the McDonald's All American High School Basketball Games on March 28, 2007 at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky.
John Wooden the former coach at UCLA is pictured after the boys game at the McDonald's All American High School Basketball Games on March 28, 2007 at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky.
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Remembering John Wooden
Legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden died last Friday at age 99. In his 27 seasons with the Bruins, he led the team to an unmatched 10 national titles during the 1960s and '70s. In his later years, Wooden promoted his motivational program called "Pyramid of Success." How do you remember John Wooden? Larry Mantle and guests look back on his life and legacy.

Legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden died last Friday at age 99. In his 27 seasons with the Bruins, he led the team to an unmatched 10 national titles during the 1960s and '70s. In his later years, Wooden promoted his motivational program called "Pyramid of Success." How do you remember John Wooden? Larry Mantle and guests look back on his life and legacy.

Guest:

David Wharton, LA Times sports writer

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, former Bruin (1967-1969) and LA Lakers center (1975-1989)