Vanderbilt basketball scorekeeper Warren Phillips dies at 65
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Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Warren Phillips, the official scorekeeper for Vanderbilt basketball for 29 years, passed away on August 25, 2026, at the age of 65. He began scoring for the Commodores in 1997 and contributed to several SEC tournaments and NCAA tournaments over his career. Born on May 3, 1961, in Nashville, Phillips held various professional roles outside of sports, including positions in construction and insurance. Family visitation is scheduled for September 1, followed by a graveside service.
- •Warren Phillips died on August 25, 2026.
- •He was the scorekeeper for Vanderbilt basketball for 29 years.
- •Phillips worked six SEC tournaments and three NCAA tournaments.
- •Visitation is set for September 1 at Woodlawn-Roesch-Patton Funeral Home.
- •Phillips had various roles outside basketball, including in construction and insurance.
- 12:05 AMYahoo Sports — Longtime Vanderbilt basketball scorekeeper Warren Phillips dies at 65
"Warren Phillips, who served as Vanderbilt basketball's official scorekeeper for 29 years, died Aug. 25. He was 65.
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