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Steve Lappas

Steve Lappas is a former American college basketball coach. He held head coaching positions at Manhattan College, Villanova University, and the University of Massachusetts, amassing a career record of 280-237. Lappas coached for 17 years before transitioning into broadcasting. Currently, he works as a basketball color commentator and studio analyst for CBS Sports, leveraging his coaching expertise to provide insights into the game.

March 18, 1954: Birth of Stephan Thomas Lappas

On March 18, 1954, Stephan Thomas Lappas was born. He is an American former college basketball coach.

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1971: City Championship Team

In 1971, Steve Lappas was the sixth man on the Bronx High School of Science city championship team.

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1972: Graduation from Bronx High School of Science

In 1972, Steve Lappas graduated from Bronx High School of Science.

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1977: Started Coaching at York College

In 1977, Steve Lappas began his coaching career as a volunteer at York College, City University of New York.

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1977: Graduation from City College of New York

In 1977, Steve Lappas graduated from the City College of New York with a bachelor's degree in primary education.

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1981: New York Daily News Coach of the Year

In 1981, Steve Lappas was named New York Daily News Coach of the Year.

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1983: Won New York State Class A Championship

In the 1983-84 season, Harry S. Truman High School, under Steve Lappas's leadership, won the New York State Class A championship, achieving a 27-3 record.

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1984: Joined Villanova University

In 1984, Steve Lappas joined Rollie Massimino's staff at Villanova University.

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1988: Became Head Coach at Manhattan College

In 1988, Steve Lappas became the head coach at Manhattan College.

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1992: Became Head Coach at Villanova

In 1992, Steve Lappas succeeded Rollie Massimino as head coach at Villanova.

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1994: Won National Invitation Tournament

In 1994, Steve Lappas guided Villanova to win the National Invitation Tournament.

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March 26, 2001: Became Head Coach of UMass

On March 26, 2001, Steve Lappas became the head coach of the University of Massachusetts.

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March 14, 2005: Contract Not Renewed at UMass

On March 14, 2005, Steve Lappas's contract with UMass was not renewed, leading to his departure.

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