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During World War II, Winters had attended Marquette as a member of the United States Navy's V5 Cadet program. It was during this time that the soon-to-be out-going head coach, [[Bill Chandler]], noticed Winters - since he played for Chandler at Marquette. The positive impressions Winters made on Chandler led to his recommending Winters for the head coaching position at Marquette. | During World War II, Winters had attended Marquette as a member of the United States Navy's V5 Cadet program. It was during this time that the soon-to-be out-going head coach, [[Bill Chandler]], noticed Winters - since he played for Chandler at Marquette. The positive impressions Winters made on Chandler led to his recommending Winters for the head coaching position at Marquette. | ||
- | In 1952, Winter began a two-year stint as head coach at Marquette University, becoming the youngest coach in major college basketball. He led Marquette to the National Catholic Tournament Championship in his first year. His two-year record was 25-25, with his best season coming the following season, when Marquette finished with a 13-11 record.\\ | + | In 1952, Winter began a two-year stint as head coach at Marquette University, becoming the youngest coach in Division I college basketball |
=== In Two Seasons Tex Winter Recruited- === | === In Two Seasons Tex Winter Recruited- === |