The Japan Times features periodic interviews with personalities in the bj-league. Coach Alan "Al" Westover of the Shiga Lakestars is the subject of this week's profile.
Age: 56
Hometown: Napa, California
College: University of the Pacific (1972-76)
Pro background: Westover coached the Melbourne Tigers of Australia's National Basketball League for six-plus seasons, leading the team to a 134-74 record and two championships. He was fired last season while the team was 6-12 and out of the playoff race. He served as Lindsay Gaze's assistant for 13 seasons (1992-2005) before assuming the top position. All told, he was on the Tigers coaching staff for 20 seasons.
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