Legendary Berkeley HS Girls Basketball Coach Gene Nakamura Dies
Key Questions
Who was Gene Nakamura and what was his role at Berkeley High?
Gene Nakamura coached the Berkeley High School girls basketball team for about 25 years, building it into a powerhouse program. He led the team to two state titles and seven NorCal titles.
When did Gene Nakamura pass away?
Nakamura died on July 4. The Berkeley school district announced his passing shortly afterward, noting his contributions to high school sports.
What was Gene Nakamura's impact on players and the community?
He helped more than 100 girls advance to college basketball programs. His death represents a significant loss for the Bay Area high school sports community, where he was recognized as a hall of famer.
Gene Nakamura, who built Berkeley High's girls basketball program into a powerhouse with two state titles and seven NorCal titles, died on July 4. He helped over 100 girls play college basketball. A significant loss for the Bay Area high school sports community.