Lou Carnesecca, the longtime coach of St. John's basketball and an icon of New York sports, has died at age 99.
NEW YORK — Lou Carnesecca, the longtime coach of St. John's basketball and an icon of New York sports, has died at age 99.He was a beloved coach who turned St. John's basketball into a national treasure.Carnesecca's impact on St. John's basketballIn New York, legends are often larger than life, but every so often, one comes along whose impact is quieter but deeper.Growing up in Queens, Carnesecca never strayed far from home, dedicating his life to coaching his alma mater.
Under his leadership, St. John's basketball was more than just a team, they were a symbol of New York pride.He was never the tallest man in the room, but he was a giant. His teams were a reflection of their coach: scrappy, disciplined winners.Carnesecca's career was filled with more than 500 wins. He's a Hall of Fame coach who took St. John's to the final four, and in his 24 years there, he never had a losing season.He was still active with St.
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