Jim Boeheim Retires After 42 Years as Syracuse Men’s Basketball Head Coach

Time Stamp: March 8, 2023 5:23 PM
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On Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021, Jim Boeheim announced his retirement after 42 years as the head coach of the Syracuse Men’s Basketball team. Boeheim, who is 74 years old, has been the head coach of the Orange since 1976 and has since become one of the most successful college basketball coaches of all time.

Boeheim has been a staple of Syracuse basketball for decades and has been a major part of the team’s success. During his tenure, he led the Orange to five Final Fours, one National Championship in 2003, and a total of 35 NCAA Tournament appearances. He also won 9 Big East regular season championships and 5 Big East Tournament championships. Boeheim was also named Big East Coach of the Year five times and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2005.

In addition to his success on the court, Boeheim was also known for his philanthropic work off the court. He established the Jim and Juli Boeheim Foundation in 1994, which works to improve the lives of children in Central New York. The foundation has raised millions of dollars over the years to help fund educational and recreational programs for children in need.

Boeheim’s retirement marks the end of an era for Syracuse basketball. He will be remembered as one of the greatest college basketball coaches of all time and his legacy will live on for generations to come. His impact on the Syracuse community will be felt for years to come and his legacy will be remembered by all who have been touched by his work.

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