One week ago the city of Louisville celebrated the life of Hall of Fame Head Coach Denny Crum. It was an event that showcased just how important Coach Crum was not only to his former players and colleagues but also to an entire community. As former player and Cardinal standout Junior Bridgman alluded to, Denny Crum came to the city of Louisville during a crucial time. He found success immediately upon his arrival and never looked back in terms of the positive impact he would make in so many facets of his personal and professional life.
But Coach Denny Crum didn’t become a great person and a Hall of Fame caliber head coach just after arriving in Louisville back in 1971.