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Rick Pitino Named 2025 Naismith Coach of the Year

4/6/2025

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Rick Pitino has made waves in the basketball world, being honored as the 2025 Naismith National Coach of the Year in San Antonio. This prestigious accolade adds to his impressive collection this season, including the AP and Big East Coach of the Year titles. Under his leadership, St. John's achieved a remarkable 31-5 record, clinching both the BIG EAST regular season and tournament championships.

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Story summary

Rick Pitino has made waves in the basketball world, being honored as the 2025 Naismith National Coach of the Year in San Antonio. This prestigious accolade adds to his impressive collection this season, including the AP and Big East Coach of the Year titles. Under his leadership, St. John's achieved a remarkable 31-5 record, clinching both the BIG EAST regular season and tournament championships.