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Massachusetts Basketball Icon Mike Babul Dies at 47

1/1/2025

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Mike Babul, a cherished icon in Massachusetts basketball, passed away at 47 due to a heart attack. A former UMass star and the 1996 Gatorade Player of the Year, he dedicated his later years to coaching at Thayer Academy. Renowned for his defensive prowess and commitment to nurturing young talent, Babul's legacy will resonate deeply within the basketball community.

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Mike Babul, a cherished icon in Massachusetts basketball, passed away at 47 due to a heart attack. A former UMass star and the 1996 Gatorade Player of the Year, he dedicated his later years to coaching at Thayer Academy. Renowned for his defensive prowess and commitment to nurturing young talent, Babul's legacy will resonate deeply within the basketball community.