Jimmy Anderson, a former Oregon State men's basketball player and coach, passed away at the age of 86. Anderson was a significant figure in Oregon State athletics, contributing to 576 wins in his 37-year career with the Beavers. He played for Slats Gill and coached Gary Payton, leaving a lasting impact on the basketball program. Anderson was highly regarded and beloved within Beaver Nation, attending games until shortly before his passing. Tributes and condolences poured in from various individuals and organizations, highlighting his legacy and contributions to the sport.
Here’s a cool tribute for Jimmy Anderson video made by the 1980-81 Oregon State MBB team, sent to me this morning. Worth your time if you knew Anderson at all. https://t.co/5FdIpBorjg
The history of @BeaverMBB cannot be written without a huge chapter on Jimmy Anderson, a class act who played a big role over the years in OSU basketball. My condolences to his loved ones & all of Beaver Nation. https://t.co/cPtz9vrXQR
If you're a fan of Oregon State men's basketball (and who isn't?) we've got a great three-part story running on OregonLive beginning Tuesday by @billoram. You'll definitely want to read it. The central figure isn't a Beaver, but there's a significant tie to OSU.
There were few people in Oregon State athletics more beloved than Jimmy Anderson, who died Monday at 86. https://t.co/SmAOfrXGV9
Jimmy Anderson played for Slats Gill and coached Gary Payton. An Oregon State lifer who was attending games up until a few weeks ago. Sad news out of Corvallis with his passing.
Sad news... former Oregon State men’s basketball player and coach Jimmy Anderson died Monday, per the school. He was 86. Anderson was part of 576 wins in his 37 years with the Beavers as a player, assistant, and coach.
Frances and I send our condolences to @SeanCaseyLPC and all of Jim’s loved ones. Jim Casey was an accomplished businessman, including CEO of Padinox and Chair of Atlantic Beef Products, as well as a noted philanthropist and a Member of the Order of Canada. https://t.co/nJZ78FWpVC