Mark Few
Basketball coach, Gonzaga Bulldogs
Born
December 27th, 1962
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A highly regarded basketball coach, this individual led the Gonzaga Bulldogs men's basketball team since 1999. Under his guidance, the team achieved significant success, including multiple NCAA Tournament appearances. The program consistently ranked among the top teams in the nation, earning a reputation for strong performances in postseason play. The coaching philosophy emphasized player development and teamwork, which contributed to the growth of many athletes. Achievements included reaching the NCAA Championship game in 2017 and multiple conference championships.
Coached Gonzaga Bulldogs to the NCAA Championship game in 2017
Led Gonzaga to 23 consecutive NCAA tournament appearances
Won numerous West Coast Conference titles
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