Chuck Swenson (born August 31, 1953) is a former American collegiate basketball coach. He was the head coach for the William & Mary Tribe men's basketball team from 1987 to 1994.William & Mary men's basketball history - Media Guide 2007-08
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from 1980 to 1987 at

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. He later served as an assistant to

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. reprinted at At William & Mary, Swenson had an overall record of 62–134 with a mark of 27–71 in Colonial Athletic Association play. Swenson graduated in 1972 from Crystal Lake Central High School in

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. He is the son of basketball coach John Swenson. As a senior in college, Swenson was the men's basketball team manager for the

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during their undefeated 1976 national championship season. Swenson is also notable as a contributing author to numerous basketball publishings and books. His efforts as a motivational speaker have been recognized by many organizations and universities.

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