Coach Wooden vignette

My favorite from the stories about John Wooden is from Tim Dahlberg of the AP:

(Bill) Walton was very much an individual in a time of individualism.  One day he showed up at practice with a wild, red beard, ready to play for a coach who didn't allow facial hair.  "It's my right," he told Wooden.

"That's good, Bill," Wooden replied.  "I admire people who have strong beliefs and stick by them.  We're going to miss you."