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Apr 6, 2007
CACC SPOTLIGHTS RICH LEE, FELICIAN ASSISTANT WOMEN'S BASKETBALL COACH
Name: Richard Lee
School: Felician College
Where did you graduate from and when? New Jersey City University - February, 1982 & Rutgers University, Newark January, 1984.
Why did you choose to work at Felician?
In 2005, a position was available with the Felician men's basketball program and I applied because I thought it would be a good opportunity.
What other jobs have you held before this current position?
How far back do you want to go? My coaching career began in 1973 as player/coach of the Clark Diplomats, Luzon, Philippines (73-77). While in the Philippines I played for Yanmar Diesel in the Philippine Basketball League (1974-77). I've coached high school basketball and football, men and women college basketball, and men's international and professional basketball in Australia.
My non-athletic career includes everything from insurance junior underwriter, retail, teaching, postal service to my current position as a service officer with a non-profit organization in New York City.
What was your favorite aspect of working in Australia for two years?
It was a complete education. Every day I learned something new about basketball, coaching, professional athletes and myself. The experience provided a chance to conduct clinics for the local youth development program as a representative of the team (Cairns Taipans, NBL)
Hobbies: Writing, fishing
Favorite Food: Any seafood dish
Favorite Movie: MASH
Favorite Book: Be Quick, Don't Hurry - by Andrew Hill
Don't Die With The Music In You - Wayne Bennett
Favorite Sports Team: Boston Celtics
Favorite Athlete: Bill Russell
Person You'd Most Like to Meet and Why: John R. Wooden. Coach Wooden is a fascinating individual. I would really enjoy a chance to have a conversation with him on any subject.
Who is your Role Model? John R. Wooden
Most Exciting Sports Memory: Receiving the 2004 Coaches Award from Coach Guy Molloy, Cairns Taipans, National Basketball League. I am the only non-player in the history of the franchise and the league to receive this award.



































