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Tubby Smith Enters Hall of Fame | Birmingham News
Tubby Smith, the winningest coach in college basketball history, is officially headed to the College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026 — and for good reason. In his 31-season career, he led five different teams to the NCAA tournament, captured a national title with Kentucky in 1998 (his first year there), and racked up 642 wins. He also helped the USA Basketball team win gold in Sydney in 2000 and earned Coach of the Year honors across three major conferences. His legacy? Consistent excellence, championship pedigree, and a lasting impact on the game — all set to be celebrated October 22 in…
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