Farewell to Coach John Robinson: Letters from Sports Fans

Former USC and L.A. Rams head coach John Robinson is remembered as one of the classiest coaches in sports, according to Steve Kaye from Oro Valley, Ariz. Robinson was known for his humility in victory and defeat, always accepting responsibility for losses and giving credit to others for wins. He achieved great success at USC, where only John McKay and Howard Jones won more games. Legendary Times columnist Jim Murray compared Robinson to a “country doctor healing the sick” due to his character. Wayne Muramatsu from Cerritos recalled a story of Robinson helping a troubled driver fix a flat tire, showing his kindness off the field. Randy S. Miller from Reseda shared a humorous interaction with Robinson at a USC football event in 2012, demonstrating his playful personality. Now, Robinson is remembered for his contributions to football and is thought to be coaching in the “team up above” alongside his close friend John Madden. Robinson’s impact on the game and the lives of those he coached will not be forgotten.

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