History of Todd Golden in Timeline

Todd Golden is an Israeli-American college basketball coach, currently the head coach for the Florida Gators men's basketball team. He achieved significant success during the 2024-25 season, leading the Gators to an impressive 36-4 record and securing the national championship.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1981: Most Wins Since 1981

The 24 wins in the 2021-22 season represented the highest win total since winning 25 games during the 1981-82 season.

July 7, 1985: Todd Golden's Birth

On July 7, 1985, Todd Raymond Golden was born. He is an Israeli-American college basketball coach.

Others born on this day/year

1998: Last NCAA Tournament Appearance

The 2021-2022 NCAA tournament appearance was the program's first since 1998.

2002: Arizona State Championship

In 2002, Todd Golden helped Sunnyslope High School win the Arizona 4A state basketball championship, contributing 6 points to their 62-61 victory.

2003: Enrollment at Saint Mary's College

In 2003, Todd Golden enrolled at Saint Mary's College of California.

2003: Graduation from Sunnyslope High School

In 2003, Todd Golden graduated from Sunnyslope High School in Phoenix, Arizona.

2004: Played for Saint Mary's Gaels

In 2004, Todd Golden began playing guard for the Saint Mary's Gaels.

2005: NCAA Tournament Appearance

In 2005, the Saint Mary's Gaels made an appearance in the NCAA Tournament, though Todd Golden did not play in their game against Southern Illinois.

2007: Ranked Second in Nation

During his senior season of 2007-08, Todd Golden ranked second in the nation in assist-to-turnover ratio.

2007: Gators' Last National Title

The 2024-2025 national title marked the Gators' first since 2007.

2008: Joined Maccabi Haifa

In 2008, Todd Golden began playing for Maccabi Haifa in the Israeli Basketball Premier League.

2008: Graduation from Saint Mary's College

In 2008, Todd Golden graduated from Saint Mary's College. The Gaels also made the NCAA Tournament this year.

2009: Bruce Pearl and Maccabiah Games

In 2009, Bruce Pearl coached Todd Golden during the Maccabiah Games.

2009: Maccabiah Games

In 2009, Todd Golden competed in the Maccabiah Games with the USA Open Team.

2010: End of Time with Maccabi Haifa

In 2010, Todd Golden's time with Maccabi Haifa in the Israeli Basketball Premier League concluded.

2017: Most Wins Since 2017

The 2023-2024 team's 24 wins were the most by a Gators team since 2017.

2018: Virginia's Loss to UMBC

In 2018, Virginia lost to 16-seeded UMBC in the NCAA Tournament.

April 1, 2019: Hired as Head Coach

On April 1, 2019, Todd Golden was introduced as the men's basketball coach for the Dons, becoming the 20th coach in the team's history.

November 27, 2020: Defeated Virginia

On November 27, 2020, the Dons, coached by Todd Golden, defeated No. 4 ranked Virginia 61-60. This was Virginia's first loss to a non-major opponent since 2018.

2021: Successful Season

The 2021-22 season was the most successful of Todd Golden's tenure, achieving a 24-10 record and qualifying for the NCAA tournament.

March 18, 2022: Announcement as Florida Coach

On March 18, 2022, Todd Golden was announced as the next men's basketball coach at Florida, with a six-year, $18 million contract.

2022: First Season at Florida

In 2022-23, Todd Golden's first season as head coach at Florida, the team finished with a 16-17 record.

2023: Florida Basketball Record

In 2023-24, Florida, coached by Todd Golden, amassed a 24-12 record.

November 2024: Sexual Harassment Allegations

In November 2024, news outlets reported that Todd Golden was accused of sexual harassment and stalking, leading to a Title IX investigation by the University of Florida.

2024: NCAA Tournament Loss

In 2024, Florida received a seven seed in the NCAA tournament but lost in the first round to Colorado, 102-100.

2024: National Championship Win

In 2024, Todd Golden led the Florida Gators to a 36-4 record and won the national championship.

2024: Gators Win

The 2024-2025 team under Golden finished the season with a 36-4 record, winning the SEC and NCAA tournaments.

January 27, 2025: Investigation Concluded

On January 27, 2025, the University of Florida announced that they concluded their investigation of Todd Golden, finding no evidence of any Title IX violations.