As a part of our month-long series honoring black athletes who played on the Hilltop, today we are highlighting the legendary Don, Bill Russell.
Most are familiar with Russell's storied career for the green and gold. The two-time All-American led the Dons to back-to-back NCAA Championships in 1955 and 1956. A star on USF's frosh basketball team, the lanky Russell racked up 461 points in 23 contests, scoring a record 20 points per game average. With his hardworking determination and strong motivation to win, he set new scoring and defensive records throughout his career on the Hilltop.