Black History Month: African-American head coaches in L.A.

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Jan 21, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Clippers head coach Doc Rivers in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 123-98. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 21, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Clippers head coach Doc Rivers in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 123-98. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports /

To pay tribute to Black History Month, here’s a look at all African-American coaches in Los Angeles.

In light of the Chargers hiring Anthony Lynn to lead the team in their first season in Los Angeles, here’s a celebratory look back at all of the African American coaches in L.A. sports history.

Coinciding with African American History Month, the list is presented in chronological order.

There are many names worth mentioning, and this list is meant to acknowledge those who have had the opportunity to coach in Los Angeles.