He touched the lives of numerous coaches and student-athletes, encouraging and supporting them to become the best they can be. Thus, out of his memory, this organization, the Atlanta Select Basketball Association, was created. Our goal is to continue to spread the wisdom and work that he started, reaching as many students athletes as possible. No one ever again will embody all his traits, his professional attainment, his courage, and his dedication to young people. Coach Prather was highly esteemed in the basketball community and was generally recognized as one whose acts and deeds were worthy of emulation.


May his soul rest in everlasting peace and may the Almighty grant solace and consolation to his dearly beloved wife and the members of his family.