John McLendon By Kayla Applewhite Period: Mar 5, 1915 to Oct 8, 1999 Timespan Details Apr 5, 1915 John McLendon was born in Hiawatha, Kansas Biographical Detail May 1, 1936 first African American student to obtain a degree in physical education PE Degree Aug 1, 1940 -1952 won 8 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) tournaments 1940-52, McLendon led his team to victory in eight Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) tournaments Feb 13, 1961 first African American coach to win the AAU national men championship AAU national championship Aug 1, 1966 became the first African American head coach at Cleveland State Apr 30, 1979 Mr.McLendon was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame Basketball Hall of Fame Oct 8, 1999 passed away
