Dec. 26: Gonzaga forward Drew Timme is fouled by Virginia Cavaliers forward Jay Huff. Kansas won the game, 73-72. March 13: Illinois guard Ayo Dosunmu dives for the loose ball against Iowa center Luka Garza in the second half at Lucas Oil Stadium. Jan. 23: North Carolina forward Day'Ron Sharpe has his shot blocked by North Carolina State guard Cam Hayes and forward Manny Bates in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Nov. 30: Seton Hall Pirates guard Jared Rhoden (14) battles for a rebound against the Iona Gaels at Prudential Center. Feb. 12: Georgia Tech's Jordan Usher shoots against Clemson's Hunter Tyson during the first half at Littlejohn Coliseum. No matter what sport your team plays, a custom coaches hat with your team's logo embroidered on the front always looks perfect. Feb. 13: Rutgers guard Jacob Young reacts during the second half against Northwestern at the Rutgers Athletic Center (RAC). Feb. 27: Kansas forward David McCormack reacts after blocking a shot against Baylor. Dec. 15: Utah Valley's Jordan Brinson (23) drives to the hoop against Utah's Branden Carlson at the Jon M. Huntsman Center. Nov. 25: Morehead State forward James Baker Jr. dunks the ball against Kentucky forward Oliver Sarr. This Is Why Basketball Coaches Wear Suits? In a basketball season that has been tournaments still planned for their current schedules. Not surprising from a guy who laid in a hospital bed in 2010 on the verge of death with a failing pancreas after he claiming he could just “sweat it out.” Everything about Frank Martin is … Bradley forward Ja'Shon Henry, left, and Xavier's Nate Johnson, right, and Jason Carter, center, dive for a loose ball. Nov. 29: Richmond's Nathan Cayo, bottom and Kentucky's Isaiah Jackson collide during the first half of action in Lexington, Ky. Nov. 29: Ohio State's Duane Washington, right, drives to the basket past UMass-Lowell's Darion Jordan-Thomas. Feb. 10: Missouri's Dru Smith (12) drives to the basket as Mississippi's Robert Allen defends during the second half at The Pavilion at Ole Miss. No Minimums or Set-ups. Indiana won, 82-72. Utah won the game, 75-67. The NABC launched the initiative – intentionally targeted to take place during Black History Month - to honor Thompson for his lasting impact both on … Jan. 24: Rutgers' Jacob Young (42) jumps up for a shot against Indiana's Armaan Franklin during the second half of the game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Feb. 18: Michigan forwards Brandon Johns Jr. (23) and forward Austin Davis (51) try to save a loose ball against Rutgers. John Thompson -- one of the greatest and most important coaches in college basketball history -- has died. KANSAS CITY, Mo. March 4: Oklahoma's Elijah Harkless is fouled by Texas' Kai Jones on the way to the basket during the first half at Lloyd Noble Center. Dec. 2: Missouri guards Drew Buggs (2) and Xavier Pinson (1) reach for a loose ball against Oregon forward Eugene Omoruyi (2) in the first half at CHI Health Center Omaha. Boynton is one of the few Black head coaches in the six major basketball conferences. Aesthetics is a whole another question, as the hairy legs and a casual butt cheek peek-a-boo from your gym shorts might not seem as pleasing today. . Pitt won the game, 89-59. March 3: St. John's guard Dylan Addae-Wusu (5) blocks a shot attempt by Providence's David Duke (3) in the second half at Carnesecca Arena. pic.twitter.com/OPur3qM8xX, "John Thompson was an icon in our profession, and we wanted to make sure his legacy was celebrated in a prominent way this season," NABC Executive Director Craig Robinson said in a press release. A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Masks/face coverings on the bench. “It’s tradition,” Villanova head coach Jay Wright told Medium. Martin is widely considered to be one of the toughest, most fiery coaches in all of college basketball. Thompson was known for wearing a towel over his shoulder during games. Dec. 9: Clemson guard John Newman III watches as Maryland guard Darryl Morsell loses the ball. Dec. 9: Xavier guard Dwon Odom reacts after scoring and drawing a foul from Oklahoma forward Kur Kuath. Feb. 27: UConn's James Bouknight is fouled against Marquette. Minnesota won the game, 51-46, to advance in the Big Ten Tournament. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. Oklahoma upset No. For example, players and coaches can focus on individual skill building versus competition. Feb. 21: Ohio State's Duane Washington Jr. is defended by Michigan's Eli Brooks (55) and Isaiah Livers (2) during the second half at Value City Arena. A trailblazer for Black head coaches in college basketball, Thompson led Georgetown to the national title in 1984. Dec. 8: Idaho State guard Robert Ford III (20) gets off a pass chasing a loose ball against Utah at the Jon M. Huntsman Center. March 7: Michigan's Isaiah Livers (2) goes to the basket against Michigan State during the first half at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Catalina Fragoso, Catalina Fragoso-USA TODAY Sport. Notre Dame won the game, 71-61. Jan. 5: Clemson's Aamir Simms (left) and North Carolina State's Shakeel Moore reach for a loose ball during the first half at Littlejohn Coliseum. John Thompson Jr. A trailblazer for Black head coaches in college basketball, Thompson led Georgetown to the national title in 1984. Each player and coach will have their own water bottle and towel by their seat. Harvey (5) during the second half at Coleman Coliseum. Microsoft and partners may be compensated if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. March 13: Georgia Tech guard Jordan Usher dunks over Florida State forward RaiQuan Gray during the second half of the ACC title game. Basketball Coach’s have always worn suits dating back to the early 1900’s, from high school to the professional level this was a tradition even until now. Feb. 13: LSU guard Ja'Vonte Smart reacts after making a layup during the second half against Tennessee at Pete Maravich Assembly Center. John Thompson, Jr., the late, legendary coach of the Georgetown Hoyas, is being honored this week by college basketball coaches across the nation. Feb. 23: Baylor's Mark Vital grabs the rebound in front of Iowa State's Solomon Young during the second half at Ferrell Center. Feb. 20: Kansas Jayhawks forward David McCormack (33) reacts after scoring against Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Mac McClung (0) and guard Kevin McCullar (right) during the first half at Allen Fieldhouse. Feb. 1: Miami forward Anthony Walker (1) watches after making a three-point shot over Duke forward Matthew Hurt (21) during the second half at Watsco Center. Purdue held on for a 73-70 win. Feb. 26: Cincinnati forward Tari Eason holds onto the ball as Tulane forward Kevin Cross goes for the steal. ... for other Black basketball coaches, brazen coaching style … Thompson tallied 15 points and six rebounds in Indiana's 67-65 win. Creighton forward Christian Bishop dunks on Villanova forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl in the first half at CHI Health Center Omaha. Xavier won the game, 77-69. Alabama defeated Vanderbilt 82-78. Boynton and several other Black head coaches are wearing towels to honor Thompson this season, with permission from Thompson’s family. UConn won the game, 82-61. Clemson won the game, 74-72. Nikos Frazier, Lafayette Journal & Courier. Dec. 4: Purdue center Zach Edey dunks the ball while Valparaisoforward Mileek McMillan (22) defends in the second half at Mackey Arena. Florida won the game, 75-49. Dec. 2: Penn State guard Jamari Wheeler collides with Virginia Commonwealth guard Adrian Baldwin Jr. on a drive to the basket during the first half at the Bryce Jordan Center. Feb. 24: New Mexico's Makuach Maluach and Air Force's Ameka Akaya (11) battle for a rebound in the second half at Clune Arena. pic.twitter.com/be4tMje26o, Salute to the legendary Hall of Famer, John Thompson pic.twitter.com/b56LcRMgrq. A link has been sent to your friend's email address. He was the first African-American head coach to win an NCAA championship when Patrick Ewing led the Hoyas over the Houston Cougars. Top-ranked Gonzaga won 95-70. Feb. 9: TCU's Jaedon LeDee (right) and Iowa State's Solomon Young battle for the ball during the first half at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Dec. 4: Michigan State forward Gabe Brown drives to the basket against Detroit guard Dwayne Rose Jr. during the second half at the Jack Breslin Student Events Center. The National Association of Basketball Coaches distributed towels with Thompson's image for coaches to wear… This week, coaches across men’s college basketball will pay tribute to former Georgetown head coach John Thompson Jr. This week, the @NABC1927 created a tribute that has coaches from across men’s basketball mirroring his signature look. Dec. 11: Iowa center Luka Garza celebrates his 3-pointer. Nov. 27: Virginia's Casey Morsell, center, is pressured by San Francisco's Taavi Jurkatamm, left, and and Damari Milstead. Michigan won the game, 82-57. 2 in the weekly Associated Press College Basketball … Gonzaga won the game, 90-62. Should basketball players wear ankle braces?It is a commonly asked question. Jan. 7: Maryland guard Darryl Morsell, right, and Iowa center Luka Garza battle for a loose ball. Jan. 22: Michigan forward Brandon Johns Jr. (23) goes for a rebound against Purdue center Zach Edey. Dec. 6: San Diego State Aztecs guard Jordan Schakel (left) dribbles the ball while defended by Pepperdine Waves guard Colbey Ross at Viejas Arena. Vanderbilt went to 6-12 overall and 2-10 in the SEC. POSTED: February 15, 2021 -- 9:29 a.m. CT. March 9: Notre Dame's Prentiss Hubb (3) hugs teammates Trey Wertz (2) after Wertz hit a buzzer-beater to defeat Wake Forest, 80-77, in the first round of the ACC men's basketball tournament at Greensboro Coliseum. Feb. 8: Gonzaga's Drew Timme (2) fights for the ball against Brigham Young at Marriott Center. Dec, 28: Wisconsin guard Brad Davison shoots the ball against Maryland forward Galin Smith. Feb. 3: Villanova's Caleb Daniels is double-teamed by St. John’s Vince Cole (15) and guard Rasheem Dunn (3). Jan. 2: Iowa State guard Rasir Bolton is hit by Baylor's Jared Butler. Jan. 16: Baylor guard Davion Mitchell (45) passes the ball amid a swarm a players during the Bears' 68-60 win over Texas Tech at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, Texas. Many of the African-American coaches plan to continue wearing the towel over their shoulders for the entire season. Kareem Elgazzar/The (Cincinnati) Enquirer. Remembering John Thompson | Reese's Final Thought, John Thompson Jr., former Georgetown men's basketball coach, dies at 78. More are expected to join the tribute later as well. Feb. 15: Washington State's Efe Abogidi is called for a charge on his drive against Washington's Hameir Wright (13) in the second half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. March 12: Purdue guard Jaden Ivey is called for goaltending on a shot by Ohio State guard CJ Walker in overtime at Lucas Oil Stadium. Purdue won the game, 80-72. Baylor won the game, 77-69. The Washington Huskies won the game, 65-63. March 13: San Diego State head coach Brian Dutcher performs a "trust fall" off the ladder after cutting down the net following the Aztecs' Mountain West title game victory over Utah State. During his coaching career with Georgetown, he was known for building up the school's program and leading the team to back-to-back appearances in the NCAA Championship Game. An alternative is the use of disposable towels and appropriate disposal container. The towel was John Thompson’s signature look while coaching the @GeorgetownHoyas. Browns finally took another Buckeye, and he's here for Ohio, Fort Bend Co. 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