The sports world suffered a major loss Wednesday with the announcement of the death of one of college basketball’s greatest head coaches, Bob Knight.
Knight, who was 83, was instrumental in advancing the game of basketball, with a historic career stamped for the rest of time. Knight ended his collegiate coaching career with a record of 902-371, winning three national championships.
Knight was the mentor to many coaches, including former UNC head coach [autotag]Roy Williams[/autotag], who shared his thoughts on the legendary coach passing in a statement released by the school.
“Coach (Dean) Smith was certainly my mentor, but the next guy for me was Bob Knight. I played golf with him, watched baseball with him, watched his practices my first year as a head coach, but more importantly I appreciated the help he gave me in my coaching career. He acted like I was one of his guys and made me so much better. He was one of my heroes and I will be forever grateful to him.”
Knight will truly be missed, and Tar Heel Wire sends our condolences to the family and loved ones.
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