During that period, he coached future NBA players Jeff Malone, Ivano Newbill,[1] Norm Nixon, and Sharone Wright.
He also coached several players who went on to play Division I college basketball, such as Eric Manuel.
[2] A total of 92 Southwest players were awarded collegiate athletic scholarships during his tenure.
[3] Under his management, Southwest boys' basketball teams never had a losing season.
Prior to Richardson's death, Southwest High School's gymnasium basketball court was named in his honor.