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YouTube Gold: The Dawn Of The UCLA Dynasty
TL;DR
UCLA Bruins, led by coach John Wooden, won the 1964 National Championship against Duke with an undefeated season. The team utilized a full-court press strategy, showcasing the strengths of their smaller lineup.
Key points
- UCLA won the 1964 National Championship against Duke
- The team had an undefeated season
- John Wooden's coaching strategy included a full-court press
- Key players were Gail Goodrich and Walt Hazzard
- UCLA's tallest starter was only 6-5
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March 21, 1964; Kansas City, MO, USA: FILE PHOTO; Duke Blue Devils forward Jeff Mullins (44) fights for a loose ball against UCLA Bruins guard Walt Hazzard during the National Championships at Municipal Auditorium. UCLA defeated Duke 98-83 for the title. . Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons- Imagn Images
John Wooden’s incredible run at UCLA, with 10 national championships between 1964 and 1975, is most associated with his two greatest players, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bill Walton. However, the dynasty started with two of Wooden’s smallest teams, and with how he turned the lack of size into a strength.
In 1964, UCLA’s tallest starter was 6-5. That team wasn’t going to grind inside against anyone. Instead, Wooden and his staff installed a full-court press and it led to an undefeated season. In 1964, no one was used to that sort of pressure.
Behind a super-quick backcourt of Gail Goodrich and Walt Hazzard, the Bruins smoked bigger teams all season, including Duke, with 6-11 Jay Buckley, and 6-10 Hack Tyson in the championship game.
The Bruins didn’t qualify for the tournament in 1966, but Jabbar (then known as Lew Alcindor) was a freshman, and everyone knew what was coming when he would be eligible as a sophomore.
UCLA won every championship between 1967 and 1973, before losing to NC State in the 1974 tournament. Wooden won again in 1975, then retired.
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Q&A
What was UCLA's record during the 1964 basketball season?
UCLA had an undefeated season in 1964, culminating in their National Championship victory.
Who were the key players on UCLA's 1964 championship team?
The key players included Gail Goodrich and Walt Hazzard, who formed a super-quick backcourt.
How did John Wooden's coaching strategy impact UCLA's success in 1964?
John Wooden implemented a full-court press that leveraged the team's speed, allowing them to defeat larger opponents.
