Bob Knight unexpectedly retired Monday afternoon from his post at Texas Tech University. Knight's son, Pat Knight, is set to take over the team for the season's remaining ten games. Knight finished his 6+ seasons at Tech with an overall record of 138-82, giving him the highest win percentage of any Red Raider coach. His career record of 902-371 gives him the most victories in NCAA Men's Basketball history.
At Tech, Knight led the Red Raiders to 4 NCAA Tournament appearances, including the Sweet Sixteen in 2005. He won 3 NCAA titles during his tenure at Indiana, including a perfect 32-0 season in 1973.
As much as people will remember him for his 3 titles, 902 wins and countless antics, I will most remember him for his donations towards education and his role in coaching student-athletes rather than just athletes.
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In my staunch opinion, I am glad that Coach Knight has decided to hand over the program. It was hard seeing him this season, with his teams inability to play up to his name's lofty standards. It just seemed like the game had really passed him by, especially with the influx of a higher quality of players on opposing teams, due to the NBA's new requirements on drafting age. It will be a long time until somebody with his flare and intensity comes to the sport of basketball.
Farewell, Coach Knight!
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