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Indiana to Erect Bronze Statue for Coach Bobby Knight
12 Feb
Summary
- Indiana University will commission a bronze statue of legendary coach Bobby Knight.
- Knight led the Hoosiers for 29 seasons with 901 career wins.
- The statue honors his significant impact on the university and basketball.
Indiana University announced plans to commission a bronze statue honoring Hall of Fame basketball coach Bobby Knight. The tribute celebrates Knight's remarkable tenure with the Hoosiers, where he coached for 29 seasons from 1972 to 2000. During his time, Knight amassed 901 career wins, a record that ranks among the top in college basketball history.
Knight's legacy at Indiana is unparalleled, with his 29 seasons, 901 victories, 24 NCAA tournament appearances, five Final Fours, and three National Championships marking him as the most successful coach in program history. His winning percentage of 73.1% is second only to Kelvin Sampson's brief two-season stint.
The university made the announcement on February 9, coinciding with the honor given to the 1976 National Championship team during a game against Oregon. Athletic Director Scott Dolson emphasized Knight's profound influence on the university and its fans, noting his demand for excellence through meticulous preparation and discipline.
This statue is funded by an anonymous longtime Indiana donor, with further project details expected in the coming months. Beyond his achievements at Indiana, which included 11 Big Ten championships, Knight also coached gold-medal-winning USA Basketball teams in 1979 and 1984.
