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Nield Gordon

Class
Induction

2005
Sport(s)

Coach

He served as Winthrop’s first men’s basketball coach (1978-1986) and compiled a record of 160 wins, 100 losses and a .615 winning percentage. His Eagle teams averaged 20 wins per season and his first Winthrop team built a record of 25 wins and 10 losses.His 1978-79 team became the first team to ever qualify for the NAIA District 6 playoffs in its first year of existence.He guided the 1980-81 team to a 31-8 record, becoming just the third team in South Carolina collegiate history to win 30 or more games in a single season.He reached the 100-victory plateau in just four seasons as he led the Eagles to a 104-43 record during that span.He played a significant role in the planning and construction of the Winthrop Coliseum during his tenure as athletic director.Coached Newberry College to NAIA National Championship game in 1976-77.

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