Wayne Martin: Legacy Beyond the Court | Louisville News

Wayne Martin, the legendary Morehead State basketball coach and Kentucky TV titan who shaped generations of athletes and broadcasters, passed away at 79. A two-time OVC Coach of the Year, he led the Eagles to NCAA glory and had three NBA-drafted players under his wing. Beyond the court, he served as vice chair of the Board of Regents and built a 25-year broadcasting empire across Kentucky and Tennessee. His community impact was profound — chairing the Kentucky Chamber and United Way, earning the Founders Award, and inspiring a new residence hall in his name. His legacy? Deeply woven into Morehead State’s soul, with funeral services set for September 4th in Winchester. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/50f446dcbd74f0e2