Hugh McDermott (basketball)
McDermott during the 1923-24 season. | |
| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 19, 1893 |
| Died | July 29, 1978 (aged 84) Norman, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Playing career | |
| 1917–1920 | Oklahoma |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1921–1938 | Oklahoma |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 185–106 (.636) |
| Accomplishments and honors | |
| Championships | |
| 1 (MVIAA), 1 (Big Six) | |
Hugh Virgil McDermott (November 19, 1893 – July 29, 1978) was the head basketball coach at the University of Oklahoma from 1922 to 1938. During his tenure, he compiled a record of 185-106. He also won the Missouri Valley Conference title and Big Eight Conference title.
Prior to his coaching days, McDermott was also a star player for Oklahoma while in college. In 1918, he was the captain of the football team. After resigning, McDermott took a job as head of the University's Physical Education Department.