Jon Cooper is set to coach his 1,000th NHL game, all with the Tampa Bay Lightning, making him the fifth coach in NHL history to reach this milestone with a single franchise. He has led the team to two Stanley Cup titles and has been recognized for his leadership and player relationships.
Sean McDermott is set to win his 100th career game as Bills head coach, making him the sixth NFL coach to reach this milestone in his first nine seasons, with a focus on playoff success and Super Bowl aspirations.
Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz became the winningest coach in Big Ten history with his 206th career victory, surpassing Woody Hayes, after Iowa's 47-7 win over UMass. Ferentz, who has been coaching Iowa since 1999, has a distinguished career with numerous bowl appearances and conference successes.
Geno Auriemma, head coach of the UConn women's basketball team, has become the winningest coach in NCAA basketball history with his 1,217th victory, surpassing Tara VanDerveer's record. Auriemma's career, marked by 11 national titles and a .882 win percentage, has been celebrated for its impact on players and the sport. Despite challenges in recent years, Auriemma remains committed to coaching, expressing contentment with his role at UConn.
Tara VanDerveer, the winningest coach in college basketball history with 1,216 career victories, has announced her retirement after 45 years, ending a remarkable coaching career that included three national championships and five national coach of the year honors at Stanford. Her retirement leaves UConn women’s coach Geno Auriemma just three wins behind her record. VanDerveer will continue to work with Stanford in an advisory capacity, and the university is in negotiations with associate head coach Kate Paye to take over the women’s basketball team.
Stanford women's basketball head coach Tara VanDerveer broke Duke legend Mike Krzyzewski's NCAA wins record with her 1,203rd career victory, achieved in the team's 65-56 win over Oregon State. VanDerveer, who has been with Stanford since 1986, has led her team to a 17-2 record this year and has won three NCAA Championships. She tied the all-time record with a win over Oregon and reflected on her journey, expressing gratitude for her coaching career.
Tara VanDerveer, Stanford's women's basketball coach, has become the winningest coach in college basketball history, securing her 1,203rd victory and surpassing former Duke men's coach Mike Krzyzewski. With a career marked by success, including three NCAA titles and 25 conference regular-season titles, VanDerveer's milestone reflects her impact on women's basketball and her coaching philosophy of hiring right, staying even-keeled, and taking risks. She credits her success to the support she's received and reflects on the significant changes in women's college basketball since her playing days.
Stanford's Tara VanDerveer becomes the winningest basketball coach in NCAA history, surpassing Mike Krzyzewski with her 1,203rd career victory as her team defeats Oregon State 65-56. Former players and fans celebrate the achievement as VanDerveer's legacy includes three national titles, 14 Final Fours, and numerous accolades over her 38-year coaching career at Stanford.
Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer becomes the winningest coach in men's and women's NCAA basketball history, securing her 1,203rd win with a 65-56 victory over Oregon State. Her historic achievement is propelled by a standout performance from Kiki Iriafen, who contributed 36 points and 11 rebounds. VanDerveer's illustrious career includes three NCAA national championships, multiple Coach of the Year honors, and coaching the United States national women's basketball team to Olympic gold in 1996.
Stanford head coach Tara VanDerveer becomes the all-time winningest coach in Division I college basketball history with 1,203 career victories, surpassing Mike Krzyzewski's record. Known for her consistency and advocacy for gender equality, VanDerveer's coaching career spans 45 years, including successful stints at Stanford, Idaho, and Ohio State. Her leadership extends beyond the court, as she has been a vocal advocate for growing the collegiate game on the women’s side and addressing gender disparities in sports.
Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer made history by becoming the winningest coach in college basketball with 1,203 career victories, as her team defeated Oregon State. The 70-year-old coach, in her 38th season at Stanford, surpassed the previous record held by Duke's Mike Krzyzewski. VanDerveer's achievement was celebrated with a postgame ceremony and praise from fellow coaches and former players, highlighting her remarkable coaching career and impact on women's basketball.
Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer tied former Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski’s record for most wins by a college basketball coach with the No. 8 Cardinal’s victory over Oregon, and will attempt to surpass the record on Sunday. VanDerveer, in her 38th season, expressed gratitude for her teams and the attention on women’s basketball. The Cardinal rebounded from a previous loss, with five players scoring in double figures. VanDerveer, a Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer, has had a storied career, leading the United States women’s basketball team to Olympic gold and achieving numerous accolades throughout her coaching tenure.
Stanford women's basketball coach Tara VanDerveer tied Mike Krzyzewski's all-time NCAA coaching wins record with her 1,202nd victory, as her team defeated Oregon 88-63 despite losing star player Cameron Brink to a knee injury. VanDerveer, in her 38th season at Stanford, expressed gratitude for the milestone and credited her team's success to the support she has received. She has a chance to break the record in the upcoming game against Oregon State and remains focused on her team's performance.
Bill Belichick ties the NFL record for most losses ever by a head coach after the New York Jets beat the New England Patriots in Week 18, potentially marking the end of his 24-year career with the Patriots. Despite the loss, Belichick remains committed to his current team and players, emphasizing that they deserve his best every day. While tying the record may seem like a blemish, it actually underscores his longevity and success in the NFL. Regardless of his future, Belichick will be remembered as one of the best coaches in NFL history and is poised to soon set the record for most wins.
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is closing in on the NFL's all-time record for losses by a head coach. With a career record of 299-157, Belichick needs to lose nine more games to break the regular-season loss record held by Dan Reeves and Jeff Fisher. Including playoffs, Belichick would also surpass Tom Landry's record for most career losses with nine more losses. The stark contrast in Belichick's record with and without Tom Brady as his starting quarterback highlights the impact of Brady's presence on his coaching success. Despite being regarded as one of the greatest coaches ever, Belichick's losses are accumulating in a challenging season for the Patriots.