Glover Smiley is a legendary former Spartanburg High Track coach and the first Black head coach of any varsity program at Spartanburg High School. He coached 45 All-Americans and five national champions in his high school coaching career and had an unbelievable 807-58 record.
What Caused The Death Of Spartanburg Coach Glover Smiley?
The news of Glover Smiley’s unexpected death has shocked the sports world. The longstanding coach, who had a lasting impact on everyone, died at the age of 68. However, no one from his family has come out to tell the specific cause of his death, which we think is because they are now grieving and would like some space.
“Longtime coach Glover Smiley was the first Black head coach of any varsity program at Spartanburg High School and left an impact on every person he encountered.”
Longtime coach Glover Smiley was the first Black head coach of any varsity program at Spartanburg High School and left an impact on every person he encountered.https://t.co/t7L5Pjyv2K
— Herald-Journal (@GoUpstate) September 19, 2022
