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Honoring Coach Robert Moreland: Heartfelt Reflections from SWAC and Texas Southern

Dr. McClelland and Dr. Granger make statements on Coach Robert Moreland's life and his impact on the game of basketball.

Kyle T. Mosley

Coach Robert Moreland
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HOUSTON — Texas Southern University announced the passing of its former legendary basketball coach, Robert Moreland.

Moreland's record at Texas Southern included 406 wins and 377 losses. He coached the Tigers from 1975 to 2001 and served as interim coach again from 2007 to 2008. His influence on the TSU basketball program was truly significant with six 20-win seasons and a 30-win season.

Under Moreland the 1977 team won the NAIA National Basketball Championship against Campbell, 71-44.

Coach Robert Moreland
Coach Robert Moreland / Credit: Ralph Cooper

Texas Southern won six SWAC regular season titles (1983, 1989, 1992, 1994, 1995, 1998), and earned three NCAA tournament visits in 1990, 1994, and 1995.

Moreland was named the SWAC Basketball Coach of the Year five times and inducted into the SWAC Hall of Fame in 2007.

KEVIN GRANGER ON MORELAND'S PASSING

Not only was Coach Moreland a legendary coach, but he was just as legendary as a person," Dr. Kevin Granger stated to HBCU Legends. "We mourn the passing of Coach Moreland who was a special individual, and wish his family our condolences during this difficult time."

COMMISSIONER MCCLELLAND ON MORELAND'S PASSING

“Coach Robert Moreland was a true legend whose profound impact on the game of basketball will forever be remembered,” SWAC Commissioner Dr. Charles McClelland said in a statement. “He was a remarkable coach and administrator that genuinely cared about the personal growth and development of his student-athletes both on and off the court. The historic legacy he leaves behind will forever be honored and cherished by the Southwestern Athletic Conference.

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KYLE T. MOSLEY

I am Kyle T. Mosley, the Founder, Managing Editor, and Chief Reporter for the HBCU Legends, Saints News Network, and Pelicans Scoop on FanNation a Sports Illustrated team channel since October 2019.  Morehouse Alum, McDonogh #35 Roneagles (NOLA), Drum Major of the Tenacious Four.  My Father, Mother, Grandmother, Aunts and Uncles were HBCU graduates! Host of "Blow the Whistle" HBCU Legends, "The Quad" with Coach Steward, and "Bayou Blitz" Podcasts. Radio/Media Appearances:  WWL AM/FM Radio in New Orleans (Mike Detillier/Bobby Hebert),  KCOH AM 1230 in Houston (Ralph Cooper), WBOK AM in New Orleans (Reggie Flood/Ro Brown), and 103.7FM "The Game" (Jordy Hultberg/Clint Domingue), College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt), Jeff Lightsly Show, and Offscript TV on YouTube. Television Appearance: Fox26 in Houston on The Isiah Carey Factor, College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt). My Notable Interviews:  Byron Allen (Media Mogul), Deion Sanders (Jackson State University, Head Coach), Tomekia Reed (Jackson State Lady Tigers Basketball Coach), Taylor Rooks (NBA Reporter), Swin Cash (VP of Basketball - New Orlean Pelicans), Demario and Tamala Davis (NFL Player), Jerry Rice (Hall of Famer), Doug Williams (HBCU & NFL Legend), Emmitt Smith (Hall of Famer), James "Shack" Harris (HBCU & NFL Legend), Cris Carter (Hall of Famer), Solomon Wilcots (SiriusXM NFL Host), Steve Wyche (NFL Network), Jim Trotter (NFL Network), Travis Williams (Founder of HBCU All-Stars, LLC), Malcolm Jenkins (NFL Player), Cam Jordan (NFL), Demario Davis (NFL), Allan Houston (NBA All-Star), Drew Brees (Former NFL QB), Deuce McAllister (Former NFL RB), Willie Roaf (NFL Hall of Fame), Jim Everett (Former NFL Player), Quinn Early (Former NFL Player), Dr. Reef (NFL Players' Trainer Specialist), Nataria Holloway (VP of the NFL). I am building a new team of journalists, podcasters, videographers, and interns.  For media requests, interviews, or interest in joining HBCU Legends, please contact me at kmosley@hbcusi.com. Follow me:

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