Eastern University Athletics

Nate Ware is the second coach to be inducted into Eastern’s Hall of Honor.

Under Nate Ware’s leadership, Eastern Men’s Basketball rose to prominence in the NAIA. His 1988 squad that advanced to the NAIA Quarterfinals featured six 1000 point scorers. Ware has remained active in the Philadelphia basketball community and at the time of his induction was coaching at Wilmington University.

Former Eastern Player and current Springfield police officer Sam Boone introduced his coach and emphasized the influence Ware had on the development of his players as people. Ware had a 232-171 record at Eastern, but he defined his legacy by the success of his players after they graduated. An emotional Ware thanked his wife of 41 years and his mother for their influence on his life.

Ware is a founding member and Hall of Fame inductee of the Philadelphia Small College Basketball Coaches Association.