Coach Robert Hughes, Sr.: A legacy of winning in Fort Worth
The legacy of the winningest boys high school basketball coach lives on for the next generation of greatness. Author: Eric Alvarez (WFAA) Updated: 6:27 PM CST February 1, 2021
FORT WORTH, Texas Carrying the name Robert Hughes is an honor and a tremendous responsibility.
“It’s a challenge,” said Robert Hughes, Jr., head basketball coach at Dunbar High School and son of the winningest boys high school basketball coach in history. “Dad is a legend. He’s an icon. He’s famous.”
Robert Hughes, Sr., won five state titles and ended his 47-year career with 1,333 wins and 265 losses. He retired in 2005 having won almost 83% of the games he coached.