Career Timeline of Mark Few: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Mark Few

Discover the career path of Mark Few, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Mark Few is the head coach of the Gonzaga University men's basketball team since 1999. He has built Gonzaga into a national powerhouse, leading them to numerous NCAA Tournament appearances, including two national championship game appearances. Few has received multiple national coach of the year awards and is known for his ability to develop talent and implement a high-scoring offensive system. His tenure has been marked by consistent success, making him one of the most respected coaches in college basketball.

1983: Unpaid Assistant at Creswell High School

In 1983, Mark Few began his coaching career as an unpaid part-time assistant at Creswell High School.

1986: Paid Position at Creswell High School

In 1986, Mark Few advanced to a paid coaching position at his alma mater, Creswell High School.

1988: End of Creswell High School role

In 1988, Mark Few's time as a coach at Creswell High School came to an end.

1989: Joined Gonzaga's Coaching Staff

In 1989, Mark Few joined Gonzaga's coaching staff, beginning his long tenure with the university.

1990: Promotion to Full-Time Assistant

In 1990, Mark Few was promoted to a full-time assistant coach at Gonzaga.

April 1999: Promotion to Associate Head Coach

In April 1999, Mark Few was promoted to associate head coach at Gonzaga University by Dan Monson.

1999: Head Coach at Gonzaga University

In 1999, Mark Few became the head coach at Gonzaga University, marking a significant career milestone.

2002: Charity Golf Tournament

In 2002, Mark and Marcy Few organized a charity golf tournament under the Coaches vs. Cancer umbrella.

2015: Pan American Games Head Coach

In 2015, Mark Few was the head coach of the United States national team at the Pan American Games, where he led the US to a bronze medal.

2019: Assistant Coach of National Select Team

In 2019, Mark Few was elected as the assistant coach of the national select team, a 13-player squad that helps the national team training.

December 20, 2021: Named Assistant Coach for USA National Team

On December 20, 2021, Mark Few was announced as an assistant coach for the 2022-24 USA National Team, contributing through 2024.

2022: Assistant Coach for USA National Team

In 2022, Mark Few was an assistant coach for the USA National Team.

2023: Assistant Coach for USA National Team

In 2023, Mark Few was an assistant coach for the USA National Team.

2024: Assistant Coach for USA National Team

In 2024, Mark Few will serve as an assistant coach for the USA National Team at the Paris Summer Olympics.