John Beilein

Basketball coach for Michigan Wolverines

John Beilein - Basketball coach for Michigan Wolverines
Born

February 5th, 1953
72 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former college basketball coach, served as head coach for the University of Michigan men's basketball team from 2013 to 2019. Led the team to two NCAA Championship game appearances in 2013 and 2018, achieving significant success in the Big Ten Conference. Prior to coaching at Michigan, held head coaching positions at several institutions including West Virginia University and Canisius College.

Led Michigan Wolverines to NCAA Championship games in 2013 and 2018

Achieved multiple Big Ten Conference titles during tenure at Michigan

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