Legendary Georgetown coach and Basketball Hall of Fame member John Thompson dies at 78
Legendary Georgetown college basketball coach John Thompson has died, his family announced in a statement released by the school's athletic program Monday morning. He was 78.
“We are heartbroken to share the news of the passing of our father, John Thompson, Jr.," the family said in a statement."Our father was an inspiration to many and devoted his life to developing young people not simply on, but most importantly, off the basketball court. He is revered as a historic shepherd of the sport, dedicated to the welfare of his community above all else. However, for us, his greatest legacy remains as a father, grandfather, uncle, and friend.
In 27 seasons at Georgetown, Thompson had a 596-239 career record, and 97% of the student-athletes he coached who stayed for four years left the university with a degree,The three-time Big East coach of the year retired in 1999, and Thompson's son, John Thompson III, later became Georgetown's coach from 2004-17.
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