Bob McCoy facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 28, 1934 Longville, Louisiana |
| Nationality | American |
| Died | July 2, 2016 (aged 81) DeRidder, Louisiana |
| High school | Beauregard Parish (DeRidder, Louisiana) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Listed weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Grambling State (1953–1957) |
| NBA Draft | 1957 / Round: 2 / Pick: 10th overall |
| Selected by the Detroit Pistons | |
| Career history | |
| As coach: | |
| 1958–1970 | George Washington Carver HS |
Robert Lee McCoy (born November 28, 1934 – died July 2, 2016) was an American basketball player and coach. He was born in Longville, Louisiana. He went to high school at Beauregard Parish Training School in nearby DeRidder.
Bob McCoy played college basketball for the Grambling State Tigers. This was from 1953 to 1957. He became a record-setter in Louisiana. In 1954, he grabbed 34 rebounds in one game against Tougaloo College. This was a state record for rebounds.
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Bob McCoy's Basketball Journey
Becoming a Pioneer
In 1957, Bob McCoy was chosen by the Detroit Pistons. He was the 10th player picked overall in the 1957 NBA draft. This was a very important moment. He became the first Black player from Louisiana to be drafted into the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Even though he was drafted, McCoy never played in the NBA. The Pistons' coach, Charley Eckman, said it was hard for anyone to make the team. The team only had 10 spots.
Serving His Country
After college, Bob McCoy served in the United States Army. He was in the Army from 1957 to 1958.
Coaching Young Athletes
After his time in the Army, McCoy returned to DeRidder. He became a teacher and a basketball coach. He coached at George Washington Carver High School. He worked there from 1958 to 1970.
He also taught and coached at DeRidder High School. Later, he coached in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. Bob McCoy helped many young athletes through his coaching career.
