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Coach Tom Shirley Achieves 900th Career Victory!

2/20/2025

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Tom Shirley, the esteemed head coach of Thomas Jefferson University women's basketball, celebrated a remarkable milestone with his 900th career victory, triumphing over Caldwell University 58-33. This achievement places him as only the second women's coach in Division II history to reach 900 wins, and he now stands 10th among all college coaches. Grateful for his dedicated players and staff, Shirley reflects on a rewarding 43-year journey.

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Tom Shirley, the esteemed head coach of Thomas Jefferson University women's basketball, celebrated a remarkable milestone with his 900th career victory, triumphing over Caldwell University 58-33. This achievement places him as only the second women's coach in Division II history to reach 900 wins, and he now stands 10th among all college coaches. Grateful for his dedicated players and staff, Shirley reflects on a rewarding 43-year journey.