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Jim Richards
American basketball coach (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers)
October 9, 2026 (Age 90)
Source: Wikipedia public record · Review period
He was inducted into the Western Kentucky University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2005.
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He was inducted into the Western Kentucky University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2005. Jim Richards died on October 9, 2026.
- Died
- October 9, 2026
- Record basis
- Public record (Wikipedia): Jim Richards (basketball)
- Details
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Life and legacy
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Timeline
Key moments
- 1968He went from there to Glasgow High
He went from there to Glasgow High, where he coached the Scotties to a state championship in 1968.
- 1971When Oldham left the sidelines to become athletic director
When Oldham left the sidelines to become athletic director, Richards became head coach for the 1971–1972 season.
- 2005He was inducted into the Western Kentucky University Athletic Hall...
He was inducted into the Western Kentucky University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2005.
- October 9, 2026Died
Jim Richards died at age 90.
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What to know
Public life
Richards was born in rural Adair County, Kentucky, and played basketball for one year at Adair County High School.
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- Wikipedia · Jim Richards (basketball)Oct 10, 2026
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