Those who can – play. Those who can’t – coach. I’ve always disagreed with that saying. As a player I proved my worth. At the University of Pittsburgh I earned Big East freshman-of-the-year honors while leading the Panthers to the second round of the NCAA tournament. We would make two more appearances in the dance during my career. When I graduated I was the school’s all-time leader in assists and free throw percentage. I also finished in the top fifteen for points scored. But coaching that’s what I wanted to do. After twelve years as an assistant I earned my own gig. In my first four years I led my school to a record of 93-39 including one conference tournament championship and two regular-season titles. I was voted conference coach of the year and led the team to its second berth in the Elite Eight. I hope to have a highlight of my coaching career that eclipses that one moment in my playing career when I gave a pass that led to a shattered backboard.
Who am I?
That would be Sean Miller – now the coach at Xavier.
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