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ALLEN SIMPSON - BASKETBALL COACH OF THE YEAR 1964, 1986

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Allen Simpson - Canyon & Amarillo High

Why Honored: Simpson spent close to 40 years as a head coach, with some memorable years spent at Canyon and Amarillo High. In 1964, Simpson and his Canyon team won a State Championship, and in 1986, Simpson led the Sandies to a State Championship title of their own.

Simpson retired with an overall record of 697-372, which remains in the top 50 winningest coaches in the state of Texas.