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John Wooden was born.
He was born in Hall, Indiana. -
John Wooden Moved to Centerton.
Him and his family moved to a small farm in Centerton. -
He led his high school to the state championship finals for three consecutive years.
He won the tournament in 1927 and was a three time All-state sselection. -
Wooden graduated high school.
He then atttended Purdue University. -
John Wooden graduated Purdue University.
He had graduated with a degree in english. -
Wooden was named to the NBL's first Team.
He played for the 1937-38 season. -
John joined the navy.
Wooden had joined the navy to support in the World War II. -
Became the headcoach of UCLA's basketball team.
Wooden had signed a three year contract to be the headcoach. -
John had established a success at UCLA.
The same year, he had guided the team to its first undefeated PCC conference title. -
Was enshrined to the Basketball Hall of Fame.
He was to be recognized of his achievements as a player. -
Wooden wins the first of 10 Championships at UCLA.
Wooden and his basketball team established the national crown. -
John was named to the Basketball Hall of Fame as a coach.
Wooden was also included to the Basketball Hall of Fame not only as a player, but as a coach. He was honored by both roles he had played in his life. -
John Wooden retires.
He announces his retirement at a NCAA semifinal game. -
John Wooden became a part of the Indiana State University Athletic Hall of Fame.
He was included for his great achievements done as a coach at Indiana State University. -
John's Wife, Nell dies.
Nell Wooden dies after being married to John for 53 years. -
John Wooden was awarded an Outstanding Alumnus at Purdue University.
This was the first year Purdue University gave out this award to anyone. -
Wooden receives the Reagan Distinguished American Award.
Yet another award given to Wooden for his characteristics he has taken on life. -
Wooden is named the greatest coach of the 20th century by ESPN.
He is recognized by many people within the 1900's and was credited by ESPN. -
UCLA's Pauley Pavilion is dedicated as a Nell and John Wooden court.
UCLA shows their respect towards how much Wooden had done for the school. -
Wooden received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
The Presedential Medal of Freedom was the nation's highest civilian honor. This Medal was presented to John by George W. Bush. -
John Wooden is named the greatest coach of all time by Sporting News.
Due to his championships and victories he had lead UCLA and other schools too, he received a lot of credits for his great work. -
John Wooden dies.
He dies of natural causes at the age of 99.
