Hall of Fame high school basketball coach Morgan Wootten, considered one of the best coaches in the history of the sport, has died at 88, according to DeMatha Catholic High School, where Wootten coached for 46 years.
The Hyattsville, Maryland school announced Wootten's death on its Twitter account early Wednesday morning.
"The Wootten Family is saddened to share the news that their loving husband and father Morgan Wootten passed away yesterday evening at 9:50 p.m.," the school's tweet said. "Morgan was surrounded by his family in prayer and passed away peacefully as he wished.
"The Wootten Family would like to extend their deepest gratitude for all the prayers and overwhelming support they have received during this time. Arrangements will be forthcoming."
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