Jim Boeheim Announces Retirement After Syracuse Loses in ACC Tournament

Time Stamp: March 8, 2023 5:23 PM
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On March 12th, 2021, Jim Boeheim, the legendary Syracuse basketball coach, announced his retirement after the team lost in the ACC tournament. After 43 years at the helm of the Orange, Boeheim will be stepping down from his post as head coach.

Boeheim is one of the most successful coaches in college basketball history. He has won 890 games, the third-most in NCAA history, and has taken Syracuse to five Final Fours and one national championship. He was also a two-time Big East Coach of the Year and a three-time National Coach of the Year.

The decision to retire was not an easy one for Boeheim, who said he had been considering it for some time. He said he wanted to go out on his own terms and that he felt it was the right time to do so.

Boeheim's retirement marks the end of an era for Syracuse basketball. He leaves behind a legacy of success and a program that will continue to be a force in college basketball. He also leaves behind a coaching staff that includes his son, Jimmy, who will take over as head coach.

Boeheim's retirement is sure to have an impact on college basketball for years to come. He was a leader in the game and his influence will be felt long after he is gone. His legacy will live on in Syracuse basketball and in the hearts of all those who had the privilege to play for him.

Jim Boeheim's retirement is a sad day for Syracuse basketball, but it is also a day to celebrate his incredible career. He leaves behind a program that is better than it was when he arrived and a legacy that will live on for generations.

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