Clifton Gilliard

1938–2017 (age 79)

Biography

Clifton Gilliard devoted decades to mentoring the athletes of Prairie View, making sure their academic success matched the determination they showed during practices and games. His calm encouragement created safe spaces where student-athletes could grow into confident leaders.

He is remembered for celebrating every milestone with care and for making sure each young person who passed through his life felt capable of achieving their dreams.

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