Legendary Alabama, Vanderbilt basketball coach C.M. Newton passes away at age 88
By Adam Spencer
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There was some sad news in the SEC world on Monday night, as it was reported that legendary Alabama and Vanderbilt basketball coach C.M. Newton passed away at the age of 88.
According to a report from 247Sports, Newton died at Hospice of West Alabama. Newton is a Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame member and also a member of the College Basketball Hall of Fame.
Alabama went 211-123 in 12 years under Newton, and 129-115 in eight years with the Commodores. He also served as the chair of the NCAA’s Rules Committee from 1979 to 1985, overseeing such improvements to the college game as the shot clock and the three-point line.
ESPN host Paul Finebaum paid his respects to Newton on Twitter after hearing the news:
So very sad to hear of the passing of C.M. Newton. One of the most influential and iconic figures in the history of the SEC. And one of the nicest and kindest individuals. What an incalculable loss.
— Paul Finebaum (@finebaum) June 4, 2018
Rest in peace, Coach Newton.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
