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Adolph Frederick Rupp (September 2, 1901 – December 10, 1977) was an American college basketball coach. He is ranked seventh in total victories by a men's NCAA Division I college coach, winning 876 games in 41 years of coaching at the University of Kentucky.
Adolph Rupp (born September 2, 1901, Halstead, Kansas, U.S.—died December 10, 1977, Lexington, Kentucky) was an American collegiate basketball coach at the University of Kentucky (1930–72). He retired as the most successful coach in men’s collegiate basketball, with 876 wins.
Learn about the life and achievements of Adolph Rupp, the winningest college basketball coach of his time and a Hall of Fame legend. Explore his coaching record, awards, community service, and books.
Aug 7, 2020 · A group of University of Kentucky faculty has recommended that Adolph Rupp’s name be removed from the arena, reigniting a long-standing battle over what side Rupp was on in our never-ending conflict over race.
Learn about the life and achievements of Adolph Rupp, the winningest college basketball coach of his time and a pioneer of racial integration. See the facts, articles and testimonials that challenge the myth of his racism.
Aug 6, 2019 · Adolph Rupp won four NCAA titles at Kentucky. No one else has more than one ... but John Calipari is making a serious run at Rupp's legacy.
Dec 11, 1977 · Adolph Frederick Rupp, the most successful coach in the history of college basketball during 42 years at the University of Kentucky, died last night in the University Medical Center at...
