Will Robinson, the first black coach of a divison I basketball program has died at the age of 96. Robinson broke down racial barriers back in the 70's when he became the coach of Illinois State.
Robinson was also a scout in the NBA for the Detroit Pistons, and is credited with finding the likes of Dennis Rodman, and Joe Dumars. Robinson remained a scout for the Piston's organization for 28 years, until he joined the Detroit Lions as a scout.
Midway through the 2003-04 season, the Pistons renamed their locker room the "Will Robinson Locker Room of Champions."
All in all Will Robinson was a civil rights pioneer that was beloved in Detroit and will no doubt be missed.
Adam Smith
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