When the Archibald Hope Foundation was founded, the ambitious goal of helping the most deserving student-athletes of the community was at the forefront of the mission. With the expertise of an incredibly dedicated staff, The Archibald Hope Foundation has the ability to make a real difference while Impacting the lives and the community of those in need.
Lynn J. Archibald, lived a life dedicated to basketball & making a positive impact on the lives of young people. Throughout his life, Lynn influenced countless young international athletes and left a lasting impact on every aspect of their lives. Lynn was known for his gift of connecting with & altering the lives of the people he worked alongside. Coach Archibald was one of the pioneers of international recruiting, bring players to the U.S. from the former Yugoslavia, Venezuela, Nigeria and other parts of Africa and Europe. Despite a long and courageous battle with cancer, Lynn passed away surrounded by his loving family in 1997.
