History of Todd Golden in Timeline

Todd Raymond Golden is an Israeli-American college basketball coach and former player. Currently, he serves as the head coach for the Florida Gators men's basketball team. His coaching career is notable in the realm of collegiate sports.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1981: Highest Wins

The program's 24 wins represented their highest mark since winning 25 games during the 1981–82 season.

July 7, 1985: Todd Golden Born

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

Others born on this day/year

1998: NCAA Tournament Appearance

In 1998, the program made its last NCAA tournament appearance.

2002: Sunnyslope Wins State Championship

In 2002, Todd Golden helped Sunnyslope High School win the Arizona 4A state championship in basketball, contributing 16 points in the 61-55 victory.

2003: Enrolls at Saint Mary's College

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

2003: Golden Graduates High School

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

2004: Plays for Saint Mary's Gaels

From 2004, Todd Golden played 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.

2007: Ranked Second in Assist-to-Turnover Ratio

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

2008: Plays for Maccabi Haifa

From 2008, Todd Golden played for Maccabi Haifa in the Israeli Basketball Premier League.

2008: NCAA Tournament Appearance & Graduation

In 2008, the Saint Mary's Gaels made an appearance in the NCAA Tournament during Todd Golden's career. Also in 2008, Golden graduated as the Gaels' all-time leader in free-throw percentage (83.2%).

2009: Bruce Pearl Coach During Maccabiah Games

Bruce Pearl coached Todd Golden during the 2009 Maccabiah Games.

2009: Competes in Maccabiah Games

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

2010: Concludes Time at Maccabi Haifa

In 2010, Todd Golden concluded his time playing for Maccabi Haifa in the Israeli Basketball Premier League.

2017: Most Wins

In 2017, Florida Gators had most wins.

2018: Virginia's Loss

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

April 1, 2019: Introduced as Head Coach

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

November 27, 2020: Dons Defeat Virginia

On November 27, 2020, the Dons, coached by Todd Golden, defeated No. 4 ranked Virginia 61–60.

2021: Successful Season

The 2021 season was the most successful of Todd Golden's tenure at the time, achieving a 24–10 record.

March 18, 2022: Named Florida's Next Basketball Coach

On March 18, 2022, Todd Golden was announced as the next men's basketball coach at Florida.

2022: First Season as Head Coach

In 2022, Todd Golden's first as head coach, Florida finished 8th in the SEC with a 9-9 record, but ultimately finished with a losing 16-17 record.

2023: Florida beaten by Auburn

In 2023, Florida had a run to the championship game of the SEC Tournament, where they were ultimately beaten by Auburn.

November 8, 2024: Sexual Harassment Accusations

On November 8, 2024, Todd Golden was accused of sexual harassment and stalking of an unconfirmed number of women.

2024: NCAA Tournament Loss

In 2024, Florida amassed a 24-12 record, earning a seven seed in the NCAA tournament, but lost their first-round game to Colorado, 102-100.

January 27, 2025: Investigation Concludes

On January 27, 2025, the University of Florida announced that they concluded their investigation of Todd Golden and found no evidence of wrongdoing regarding the accusations.