Basketball patriarch D Antoni celebrates 99th birthday
Lewis D Antoni marks his 99th birthday in Mullens West Virginia amid a turnout of about 80 well wishers at First Presbyterian Church. The elder D Antoni is father to Mike D Antoni Lakers coach and Dan D Antoni Lakers assistant, with family members noted for Hall of Fame status and diverse athletic careers. He credits family for his longevity and recalls a life spanning school coaching, professional baseball, and writing his book The Coach s Coach.
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