Geno Auriemma and Phil Martelli are among the distinguished recipients of this year's Joe Lapchick Character Award. Joining them are Gene Steratore, a seasoned men's basketball official, and Frank McLaughlin, former Fordham athletic director.
Auriemma, renowned as the winningest coach in women's basketball history, has led the UConn Huskies to an impressive 11 national championships. With a remarkable 1,239 wins over his 40-year tenure at the school, Auriemma has set an NCAA record. Notably, his players boast a perfect 100% graduation rate, reflecting his commitment to both on and off-court success.
