Friends of Basketball
Azaryahu Stonar
Year Inducted: 2016
Category: Friends of Basketball
Schools / Organizations: (Chicago) Hales Franciscan School
Roosevelt University
Olive Harvey College
(Chicago) DuSable High School
(Chicago) South Shore High School
Biography: Azaryahu is one of the greatest influences of basketball in Chicago history. His legacy of decency and integrity precedes his reputation as a player developer, coach, and administrator. He has worked in the Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Schools, City Colleges of Chicago, anhd the YMCA of Chicago. He has coached at Hales Franciscan High School, Roosevelt University, Olive Harvey College, DuSable, and South Shore High Schools. He is a member of the Chicago Public League Coaches Hall of Fame.