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Vanderbilt's Book-Writing Scorekeeper Dies at 65
28 Aug
Summary
- Longtime Vanderbilt scorekeeper Warren Phillips passed away at 65.
- Phillips served as the official scorekeeper for 29 years.
- He also authored a book on scorekeeping.
Vanderbilt basketball has lost a devoted member of its community, Warren Phillips, who served as the official scorekeeper for 29 years. Phillips passed away on August 25th at the age of 65. His commitment to the Commodores extended through six SEC tournaments, three NCAA tournaments, and three Ohio Valley Conference finals.
Beyond his extensive tenure with Vanderbilt athletics, Phillips was also an author, having written the book on scorekeeping. His professional life was varied, encompassing roles such as safety director, construction engineer, and executive vice president in the insurance industry.
Visitation was scheduled for September 1st, followed by a graveside service. Phillips was born on May 3, 1961, in Nashville.
